Bort76

In case anyone is still interested, I added the accessory outlet with no problem using a fuse-tap (just like the one I linked to above) that I picked up at AutoZone for a couple of bucks. It works great and has exactly the behavior I was looking for. The only small issue is that the fusebox door no longer fits. But, I don't think this is critical. Thanks!

Thanks for the help! I'll probably hit an AutoZone or Advance or whatever in the near future, so I'll check that out. Agreed!

I've been researching this a bit, and I think I know the direction I want to go. I'm thinking about getting something like this... http://www.parts-express.com/pe/showdetl.c...tnumber=071-580 ...and crimping on the accessory socket. Then I just have to find a ground. I was looking at the fuse panel diagram and it looks like #12 is the "delay accessory" fuse. If I tap into that, I should be in business. (The fuse door won't fit back on, but I don't think that'll be a problem.) Thoughts?

That is good advice. I always remove the GPS when I get out of the car, especially in my neighborhood. But, having the mount sitting there on the windshield is probably just as tempting. A would-be thief probably thinks the GPS is still in there somewhere. Also, thanks for the suggestions. I'll have to check those out.

I'm really enjoying my new 2009 Fusion (SE V6), but there is one feature that I am missing and I was hoping some of the audiophiles on here might be able to help. I have a portable GPS that uses the 12v accessory socket for power. But, the accessory ports on the Fusion are always on. I don't want to keep plugging and unplugging, so I want to wire up a delayed socket, preferably under the dash somewhere. I'd prefer if it used the same "accessory delay" as the radio: the one that turns off automatically after the car is shut off and the door opened. Also, it would be great if I didn't have the run wires through the firewall. On my old car, I just spliced into an unused wiring harness under the dash, and that worked like a charm. So, any suggestions? (And any specific details about the locations of power drops or harnesses, wire colors, or pin outs would be appreciated.) Thanks.