Battery Running Down After Non Use
We have a RX 330, 2003 model, We do not use the car very often, after it set's for a week I have to charge the battery to get it started.
What normal battery load does this model have to drain a battery when the unit is not in use ?
What normal battery load does this model have to drain a battery when the unit is not in use ?
When battery is strong and no accessory is left running and every bulb is turned off, the battery should last 3-4 weeks.
Now if your charging system is weak, or you dont drive enough [where the start and use (discharge) is more than the aggregate charge] then it can go bad in a day or two.
Have the battery tested and the charging system tested [alternator bench test is very conclusive].
Then invest in battery tender [about $5 from harbor freight with coupon]. Plug this once a week (or more frequently).
You may like to search on Parasitic draw if you are after some real numbers.
Salim
Now if your charging system is weak, or you dont drive enough [where the start and use (discharge) is more than the aggregate charge] then it can go bad in a day or two.
Have the battery tested and the charging system tested [alternator bench test is very conclusive].
Then invest in battery tender [about $5 from harbor freight with coupon]. Plug this once a week (or more frequently).
You may like to search on Parasitic draw if you are after some real numbers.
Salim
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