Battery completely dead

[clickman]

Originally Posted by jhiggi83

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[Jamesp]

If it is a 2004 there is a pull out in the fuse box that runs to the hood release, no charging needed, just a 12v source. Open the fuse box and look for the paper directions clipped to the fuse cover, it explains how to open the frunk with a 12v source.

[Fatbloke]

Thanks guys.

There is nothing aftermarket fitted that would drain the battery. The only thing different from standard are the 5w bulbs which are now led.

I read somewhere about a similar issue caused by a faulty starter or alternator but that was much more extreme, draining the battery in hours or a couple days. I haven't tried to start the car for about 3 weeks so I don't know when the battery was drained. It could have just been a few days. I will get it checked out once I get in to it and charge the battery.

Regards

Dave

[Fatbloke]

I managed to get into the bonnet via the fuse box.
Thanks for the input guys.
Next problem is to find out what's draining it.

[husker boxster]

How new / old is your 'good' battery. Maybe it was it's time and gave up the ghost?