Dead BATTERIES
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3rd Gear
Joined: Aug 2010
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From: NV
Dead BATTERIES
Problem: I have a 1980 that keeps running down batteries. I drive it about 5 times/week, probably about 25 miles/week. About every month or so, the battery dies. I replaced the alternator last month (tested the one I took off the car and it was fine too) but that didn't work because it has died since. I was told possibly the courtesy light timer could be causing this or even the headlight switch. There are no unusual noises/lights that stay on longer than they should. Anyone experience this??
(the same car also has this problem... http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...ring-jerk.html)
(the same car also has this problem... http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...ring-jerk.html)
Safety Car
Joined: Aug 2001
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From: North Easton Mass
You need to connect an amp meter between one of the battery terminals and the cable. You will most likely see a current draw. Then remove one fuse at a time until you see the draw stop. You can then remove one component at a time from the offending circuit to find out which component is causing the problem.
Rick B.
Rick B.
