Trunk Open -->> Dead Battery

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11-30-13, 08:17 AM

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Love the quote; so true! Every car I've owned with this feature doesn't cut power to the courtesy lights, so I hear you there. I just can't comprehend why they would remain on with the doors closed, but I'll find out!

I've been charging at 10A for the last couple of hours, only because the next lower setting is 2A. Any concerns? Also, would you be concerned with water/acid level? Like I said earlier, I haven't touched that on any battery since high school.

A 10A charging rate is probably OK. The electrolyte level in the battery needs to be high enough to cover the lead plates. If the plates are exposed you would want to add some distilled or demineralized water. When charging rates are kept relatively low there is little requirement to add water. Keep in mind that Hydrogen gas is generated in the charging process so there is a very real risk of an explosion. You should wear a shield over your eyes when you are working around your battery as an explosion could cause the battery electrolyte, which is sulfuric acid, to splash into your eyes.

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11-30-13, 10:00 AM

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The moment of truth...

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11-30-13, 10:28 AM

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Up and running. Thanks everyone!

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11-30-13, 01:58 PM

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I left the trunk open to let it dry out. It was pouring on Wednesday, and I had it open for 5+ minutes while food (for yesterday) was loaded. It's not like it was soaked or anything, but I still thought it would be a good idea to leave it open inside the garage. Little did I know what would follow.

Reminds of the "no good deed goes unpunished" saying!

I came late to this thread, but I agree with JMC about slow but sure on the recharging. The only thing is you know your battery will never be back to 100% now that you have fully discharged it.