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CodyClassB
Explorer II
Jul 04, 2021

Sprinter passenger van shore power

A family member has a 2014 Sprinter passenger van. It has a rooftop AC which we have to let the engine running in order to use the AC. Is there a way to plug into an external power supply (portable generator or shore power) to use the AC overnight? Thanks

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  • wildtoad's avatar
    wildtoad
    Explorer II
    Jul 04, 2021
    No expert, but doubt it. I suspect the compressor for the unit is driven by the engine. Is there a roof vent or space for one on the rear section of the roof where you could add a roof mount RV unit? They also make portable AC units you could take with you as needed.
  • jdc1's avatar
    jdc1
    Explorer II
    Jul 05, 2021
    wildtoad wrote:
    No expert, but doubt it. I suspect the compressor for the unit is driven by the engine. Is there a roof vent or space for one on the rear section of the roof where you could add a roof mount RV unit? They also make portable AC units you could take with you as needed.


    Ding, ding! Correct answer.
  • Lwiddis's avatar
    Lwiddis
    Explorer II
    Jul 05, 2021
    If it’s a passenger van, no. Just like your car…compressor is powered by the engine.

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