first gen battery discharge behavior question

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Apr 18, 2002 | 12:31 PM

cbc123

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first gen battery discharge behavior question

The battery on my 1st Gen GS3 is drained if the car sits for 10-12 days or so. I believe the battery is fine. Question is: Is this normal? If so, what's the best way to stop it?

Thanks. -bruce

Apr 18, 2002 | 12:34 PM

blue wax

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No this is not normal

you probably have an elec. leak somewhere.
yezzzzzzz
measuring will bring the answer.

Apr 18, 2002 | 12:49 PM

whitels

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Not normal. Two suspects- a case of a battery about to die, or electrical leak. In all likelihood, I would check the battery angle first. This is a classic sign when batteries are not able to hold a charge as long as it should - it means it is ready to die.

Can you switch battery with someone just to test? If not, check the specific gravity of the battery solution. This is a good indicator of the wellness of your battery. You can buy the tester from auto parts store.

Apr 18, 2002 | 05:10 PM

Jmai22

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take it to pep boys and ask them to check your battery. also check if your trunk light is turning off when you close the trunk. if not just take out the bulb