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Electrical short problems

Old Aug 23, 2003 | 07:22 AM
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Default Electrical short problems

I have a small draw on my 1980 that will kill the battery in about three days if left without driving. a slight clicking was heard below the shifter. When I removed the console there is a square relay (left Center area) that clicks when I touch the positive cable and It's tough to see where it goes to. Any thoughts on this?? alroth@hbci.com :cuss
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Old Aug 23, 2003 | 02:05 PM
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Sounds like maybe the power window relay?? check if the power windows allways can operate with battery connected....

if not, I dunno, as some of those cars were computer carbed, and I don't know the systems....

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Old Aug 23, 2003 | 07:02 PM
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I believe their is a wiper delay relay and a alarm relay under the console.
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Old Aug 23, 2003 | 10:09 PM
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Someone posted this same question a couple of days ago. I am not sure what that relay is for or why it is engaging, but you can bet that is your drain.
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Old Aug 24, 2003 | 12:57 AM
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Default Re: Electrical short problems (LAvetteman)

My 82 has a white relay with 3 purple/1 black wire near the shifter that is the starter interrupt relay.

Dane

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