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Absolutely. If a diode shorts to ground it can drain a battery in a very short time.
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What would cause a large drain of a battery of 1998 ford escort?
Your alternator could be bad.
Could alternator drain battery when car is not running?
If the alternator is installed incorrectly, yes, it can drain the battery.
Will a dead alternator drain a battery?
Yes. If the alternator is dead and you drive the vehicle, all the power is coming from the battery and it will eventually drain completely. Also, if a diode is shorted inside the alternator, that can drain a battery.
Can a bad alternator drain a good battery?
It doesn't actually drain the battery, but without a working alternator to recharge the battery it will only discharge as the car is operated.
Battery drainage on 1997 Chrysler town and country and is not alternator could it be that the radiator needs flushing which it does but would it cause battery to drain?
A raidator in need of a flush will not cause a battery drain.
The new battery on your 1988 Cadillac Seville keeps losing it volts and stalling the carWhy?
It could be two things. As you know, the alternator charges the battery so it will not drain. If the alternator is not working properly to charge the battery, the battery will continuously drain. Have the alternator tested at your local Auto Parts store (NAPA or Advance Auto) If it is good, have the battery checked.
Will a bad alternator drain a battery?
Yes
1991 Eagle Talon What makes it drain the battery when the alternator is brand new and so is the batteryWhat makes it drain the battery when the alternator is brand new and so is the battery?
it reg=charges
Could something other that alternator cause battery to drain on 2005 C180 Kompressor?
Yes, a dead cell in the battery or something is on drawing power from the battery.
What could drain the battery on a 2002 geo prism other than the alternator or starter?
A dead cell in the battery will cause it to loose it's charge overnight. The only fix is to replace the battery. Any light that is staying on will drain the battery. Also a stuck relay will drain the battery.
Why does the battery drain over night on a87 Cadillac Fleetwod?
There are a few reasons why a battery may drain overnight on a 1987 Cadillac Fleetwood. One reason could be the alternator needs replaced.
5 things that could cause an abnormal drain on the battery?
Dead cell in the battery. A light on anywhere on the vehicle. A relay that is stuck. Defective alternator.
