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title: Should the S2 be connected to keyed power or constant power?
description: The S2 should always be connected to constant power.
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# Should the S2 be connected to keyed power or constant power?

## The S2 should always be connected to constant power.

The S2 should always be connected to constant power. In case the S2 is connected to keyed power, the S2 may discharge and turn off if the vehicle is not turned on for an extended period of time.

To correctly install the S2, [click here to download the S2 installation instructions](https://support.siera.ai/hubfs/User%20Manuals/S2%20Installation%20Instructions.pdf?hsLang=en).

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