Will this USB Charging Port Conversion fit my Vanagon, and does it work with all model years?

Yes! This USB Charging Port Conversion is specifically designed for 1980-1991 VW Vanagon models. It replaces your original map light, so as long as your Vanagon falls within those years, you’ll have a seamless fit. Customers love that this kit uses the existing wiring and mounting location, making it a modern upgrade that looks right at home in your van.

How easy is it to install the USB Map Light Conversion kit?

Installing the USB Map Light Conversion is straightforward and requires only basic hand tools. Most customers report the entire process takes about 15-20 minutes, with no special wiring or advanced skills needed. The kit comes with clear instructions, enabling even first-time DIYers to confidently upgrade their Vanagon’s map light to a convenient USB charging port.

What devices can I charge with this USB port, and how fast does it charge?

This kit provides a high-quality USB charging port with a 2.1A output—perfect for charging smartphones, tablets, GPS units, cameras, and more while on the road. The charging speed matches most modern USB wall chargers, so you’ll enjoy reliable, fast charging performance. Upgrading your Vanagon map light to this USB solution makes it easier than ever to keep your essentials powered up during adventures.

USB Charging Port Conversion for Map Light

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USB Charging Port Conversion for Map Light

Product:	GW-V-USB-MAP-OUT
Works With:	1980-1991
Manufacturer:	GoWesty
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Wrench Rating:	Requires some hand & power tools and minimal mechanical knowledge.

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Proposition 65: This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Bring your Vanagon into the 21st century! This clever snap-in addition to your dashboard replaces that dim (and no longer available) map light with a couple of new-fangled USB charging ports. One port nestles into the dash, and the other hides away in the glove box for discreet charging.

This functions like a standard USB charger. It can distribute up to 3A between the two ports—enough to charge two phones at once!

Kit Includes:

12V to 5V USB converter
Two 5V/3A USB charge ports
Custom-printed nylon mounting plate
Screws to connect the charge port to the face plate
Detailed installation instructions

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Instructions

Install notes: We have found that the size of the map light opening can vary by up to a millimeter. Very minor filing may be required to seat the faceplate nice and flat.