iPOD connector, no charging

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Ge0rge

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PA
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2008 FX35 AWD
So I plugged in my sons iPOD the other day, via the cord in the glovebox, hoping it would charge it for him and the pod told me that charging was not supported through the connection. Does this cord really not supply power to the iPOD?
 
Ge0rge said:
So I plugged in my sons iPOD the other day, via the cord in the glovebox, hoping it would charge it for him and the pod told me that charging was not supported through the connection. Does this cord really not supply power to the iPOD?
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You'll know if it's charging if you see a lighting bolt on the battery indicating it's charging. If not, then the pins of the cable adapter are incorrect and you just need to buy an adapter converting to the right number of pins. Easy fix.
 
What ever cord is part of the stereo system in the fx, an iPOD Touch 32GB 4th generation.
 
Starting with the second generation, iPod Touch can only be charged from the 5V pin of the dock connector while most prior iPod models (including the original iPod Touch) could also be charged from the 12 V pin for FireWire power. This change dropped support for charging in vehicles equipped with a FireWire-based iPod connection. Most aftermarket manufacturers of such equipment offer cables and/or adapters which convert the vehicle's 12 V to 5 V.

You need something like this. I have one and like it, although one thing I don't like is it doesn't lock with the cable so it can come off easily.
http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-passPORT-Charging-Adapter-iPhone/dp/B001HN6CVA

Now go have fun! :top:
 
The dealer gave me that Scosche adapter for free. Normally the dealer sells them for $30 or about that much. Cheaper from Amazon if your dealer doesn't give it free.
 
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