If you filled in your profile it would really help others to try and answer your questions. You've left little to go on.........
newbie question.......
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Instructor
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newbie question.......
i have had several cars in the past that this has not happened to, but there is always a first depending on the certain car.
it has been two weeks since i last driven my vette. the garage has been hotter than usual. the vette would not start this morning. is this common? i realize that there are a ton of electronics, but i read as to where there is a protective 10 minute draw switch to help prevent a dead battery.
the lights came on, the car tried to turn over, but it just couldn't. it just did not have enough umph. again, is this common? thanks :o
it has been two weeks since i last driven my vette. the garage has been hotter than usual. the vette would not start this morning. is this common? i realize that there are a ton of electronics, but i read as to where there is a protective 10 minute draw switch to help prevent a dead battery.
the lights came on, the car tried to turn over, but it just couldn't. it just did not have enough umph. again, is this common? thanks :o
Team Owner
Joined: Aug 2003
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From: Scottsdale AZ
How about alittle info . . .year of car? Manual or auto? Original battery or replacement? Miles ? Any mods that draw power?
The reason these things are important to know is that certain model years are affected if the transmission isn't put in R on shutdown.
In a hot climate like Arizona, 2-3 years on a battery is normal life since we run AC so much.
More detail will get you a better answer . . .
The reason these things are important to know is that certain model years are affected if the transmission isn't put in R on shutdown.
In a hot climate like Arizona, 2-3 years on a battery is normal life since we run AC so much.
More detail will get you a better answer . . .
Safety Car
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From: Loveland CO to Central Coast CA
...it has been two weeks since i last driven my vette. the garage has been hotter than usual. the vette would not start this morning. is this common? i realize that there are a ton of electronics, but i read as to where there is a protective 10 minute draw switch to help prevent a dead battery...
The battery in the C6 is kinda small, so a dead battery is not uncommon after sitting 2 weeks -- especially if yours is older.
Your battery will likely never again hold a charge very well. The good news is that a new battery should solve your problem.
Suggestions:
-- get a new battery, make sure it's fully charged
-- have your electrical system checked, make sure there's no problems that will drain the new battery
-- get a good battery tender (NOT a charger), this will also extend your battery life, I like my CTEK 3300, other good ones available, do a search
And welcome to the Forum!
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sorry guys, you are all correct. i better get a profile built. my car is a 2007 automatic convertible. the battery is original. there are no mods. the texas heat has been extreme so i would hopefully think it is the battery. there are no leaks from the battery. i was told to watch that because of all the wiring directly below the battery.
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Joined: Jun 2004
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From: Dallas Texas
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sorry guys, you are all correct. i better get a profile built. my car is a 2007 automatic convertible. the battery is original. there are no mods. the texas heat has been extreme so i would hopefully think it is the battery. there are no leaks from the battery. i was told to watch that because of all the wiring directly below the battery.
Yup, Texas heat will kill a battery.
First thing to do is to make sure the terminal contacts are good and clean. Then charge the battery and see if it will hold the charge. If the car sits for long periods without running, get a Float Type Trickle Charger. That will keep it powered up.
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i have had several cars in the past that this has not happened to, but there is always a first depending on the certain car.
it has been two weeks since i last driven my vette. the garage has been hotter than usual. the vette would not start this morning. is this common? i realize that there are a ton of electronics, but i read as to where there is a protective 10 minute draw switch to help prevent a dead battery.
the lights came on, the car tried to turn over, but it just couldn't. it just did not have enough umph. again, is this common? thanks :o
it has been two weeks since i last driven my vette. the garage has been hotter than usual. the vette would not start this morning. is this common? i realize that there are a ton of electronics, but i read as to where there is a protective 10 minute draw switch to help prevent a dead battery.
the lights came on, the car tried to turn over, but it just couldn't. it just did not have enough umph. again, is this common? thanks :o
Last edited by calemasters; Jul 7, 2009 at 07:37 PM.