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You have to remember ohms law Voltage = amp * resistance. Using some basic algebra you can rewrite the equation as amps = voltage / resistance. Since a short circuit has relatively 0 ohms of resistance, this increases both the amps and resistance which uses more battery capacity,power, and creates more heat.
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Why does a battery drain on your 2002 Arctic Cat 300 ATV when it is off?
If no accessories have been added that are draining the battery it is probably the voltage regulator . The voltage regulator will short out creating an open circuit , and the battery will drain back through it .
What causes a 1990 Lincoln town car battery drain?
short circuit , or the battey needs replacing it may not hold a charge
What would be causing your battery to drain on your 2000 Harley Davidson FLHT?
Might be a defective voltage regulator (not opening circuit on shut-down) Or a bad stator. (if the battery doesn't charge at all.) Or an electrical short.
Can ice hurt a phone battery?
Yes, it can get the battery wet and short circuit it.
Why is the battery light on the dash board panel light up when the air con is on?
I would imagine that there is a short circuit or a Parasitic drain on air con circuit. Often air con is ran automatically and wiring would be linked to ignition circuit. SDS
What is current drain cells?
the current in the drain circuit of a field effect transistor.
What causes a car battery to drain on a mercury sable?
A car battery in any car would drain due to a short in the electrical system.
Could an alternator drain the battery on a ford escort gti?
Absolutely. If a diode shorts to ground it can drain a battery in a very short time.
What is the most likely part that would cause a pulsing short circuit and drain the battery on a 93 Geo Metro since this seems to be common to Geo Metro's?
The most likely culprit for a pulsing short circuit and battery drain in a 1993 Geo Metro is the ignition switch or the wiring associated with it. These components can develop wear or poor connections over time, leading to intermittent short circuits. Additionally, check the alternator and its associated wiring, as a failing alternator can also contribute to erratic electrical behavior and battery drain. Lastly, inspect any aftermarket electrical components, as they may not be properly integrated and could create parasitic draws.
What causes gasses in a battery?
Overcharging (bad voltage regulator) or a short circuit inside the battery.
How do i find a short in my wiring that is draining my cars battery?
A short will not drain the battery it will blow a fuse. It may be the battery has a dead cell, or some light is on draining the battery. It can also be a stuck relay.
Why would a new battery drain when nothing appears to be left on and the alternator checks out ok?
For a battery to "Drain" you MUST have a short somewhere or the "Glovebox" or "Trunk" light is staying on etc. etc. Battery's don't just "Drain" on there own ;-) TommyTrouble
