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Replying to: timkellygpi (Jun 11, 2008 7:07 am) HELP????? 
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Have a 2003 4L V6 Automatic with new battery that won't hold a charge. Truck has been in storage for the last couple years, but it was started and made a few short trips while being stored. The alarm system is what killed the old battery but it is now disarmed. I've recharged the new battery and can go about a day and a half without losing enough power for it not to click the solenoid but not start. The alternator will charge the battery. Any idea what might be drawing down the battery?
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Replying to: timkellygpi (Jun 12, 2008 1:02 pm) |
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Replying to: peloquinac (Jun 12, 2008 5:26 pm) Problems like this is why I would never install an aftermarket security system or remote start. Their components and/or crappy connections break down and cause lots of problems as time goes by....
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Replying to: bolivar (Jun 12, 2008 10:48 pm) I also agree not to instal a security sytem. I've had two vehicles with them and had nothing but trouble with them. Never again.
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Replying to: peloquinac (Jun 13, 2008 4:12 pm) Otherwise, you are going to have to go into the 'usual' search for a power drain. Get a ampmeter that can handle 2 or 3 or more amps. Pull a fuse and put the ampmeter across the fuse contacts until you find the circuit that is pulling a big amp load. This just narrows the problem down to one circuit. Or get a Test Lamp that can also handle a couple of amps thru it. Pull one cable from the battery and wire the test lamp in series from the loose cable to the battery. The lamp should light up. Start pulling fuses until the light goes out, or dims down a lot. Again this just narrows the problem down to a circuit. To do further testing may just be guesswork of unplugging various things in this questionable circuit. Looking for pinched wires, etc. Finding what is draining a battery can be one of the toughest problems in a car. In may cases, a factory shop manual with wiring schemetic will be necessary. A tech that is a 'mechanic' and knows little about electronics may not be able to do this. P.S. If you have a sticking relay, the above testing may not work. Removing the power to a stuck relay, when you pull a fuse or remove battery cable, might cause it to reset correctly and then you will not be able to see the drain on a meter. Good luck. Finding a power drain is tough. I had a Caddy that would kill a battery in 2 days. Dealer did find it - replaced the radio/cassette/CD player. This probably was a thousand dollar part. Happy it was under warranty.
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Replying to: bolivar (Jun 14, 2008 12:22 am) P.S. Any idea where to find a wiring diagram for a 2003 Ford Ranger. I'm thinking of yanking the security system.
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| My 05 ranger shut off yesterday while at idle. It sputtered and shut off. It will not re-start..it turns over but won't start at all. No warning lights have come on prior to that and I have had no other problems til now. What else can I do?? | |
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Replying to: peloquinac (Jun 14, 2008 5:26 am)
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Replying to: muncy (Apr 04, 2008 5:25 pm) |
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