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fatmike · 08-15-2011, 07:33 PM

My car has a draw on the battery of about 1600 mA after I turn off the ignition and remove the key. It should be much lower (like 30-50mA). Basically it will hold a charge overnight, but the battery is dead after a couple of days without use.

The battery is new, and a meter confirmed that the alternator is working normally.

Something isn't right, like a light staying on or a sensor not working.

Has anyone had a problem like this? Any likely culprits? Suggestions? Thanks.

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08-15-2011, 07:33 PM	#1
fatmike Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 691	Electrical Issues My car has a draw on the battery of about 1600 mA after I turn off the ignition and remove the key. It should be much lower (like 30-50mA). Basically it will hold a charge overnight, but the battery is dead after a couple of days without use. The battery is new, and a meter confirmed that the alternator is working normally. Something isn't right, like a light staying on or a sensor not working. Has anyone had a problem like this? Any likely culprits? Suggestions? Thanks. / __________________ SOLD - 2002 Boxster S - PSM, Litronics, De-ambered, Bird Bike Rack, Hardtop, RMS leak...