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Apr 22, 2007 | 11:18 AM

bellagio

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Dead Battery question

I have an ipod that i keep plugged in to cig lighter plug. Works on FM transmitter. Seems the new c6 keeps dying out could it be the ipod would that drain battery very quickly if i keep it plugged in with car parked. Any help would be appreciated. Going to jump the dam thing again be back soon

thanks

Apr 22, 2007 | 11:20 AM

VET4LES

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Very good possibility. Don't leave it plugged in and see if you still have the problem.

Apr 22, 2007 | 11:22 AM

bellagio

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Many thanks

will try that thanks
didnt think something like that could drain so fast but will give it a shot
thanks again

Apr 22, 2007 | 11:40 AM

rodfl99

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Dbs

I had DBS 4 times before the dealer found out that it was an open headlamp module that was draining the battery. No IPOD, either. They also replaced the battery because afetr 4 times, it's usually shot.

Apr 22, 2007 | 11:56 AM

c6toy

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Had same issue!!

I too have an ipod i use with a charging cradle in the cig lighter /and or accessory plug underneath center console.

Power is supplied to these two receptacles Constantly even if the car is off and doors are closed. I found this out the hard way as my radar detector was on when I opened the car door the next morning

It will definately cause your battery to drain in 2 days time easily. Good luck and unplug unplug unplug!!!

Apr 22, 2007 | 12:16 PM

johnodrake

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The lighter plug in the ash receiver/coin holder (

) is switched so it should not be the culprit. The console accessory plug is NOT switched, however and the LED will drain the battery - I know from experience

Apr 22, 2007 | 12:26 PM

calemasters

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bellagio

There is a PI on this. You may want to see your dealer. #PIC4188D

Apr 22, 2007 | 02:40 PM

Hoonose

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Quote:

Originally Posted by c6toy

It will definately cause your battery to drain in 2 days time easily.

I would guess that drawing 1 amp/hr or so would be more than these accessories need. They must be preventing the car from shutting down, and causing a 'DBS' like effect.