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Old Oct 21, 2007 | 07:26 PM
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normal standby current...

I have to replace my batteries yesterday, i suspect that i might have a load that is drainning my batteries ,when for my amp meter and the result was this.
when i connect the batteries there is a 2.0 amp load for about a minute or so, then it goes to 300ma.

Its this normal ???

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Old Oct 21, 2007 | 07:42 PM
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Ignition-Off Draw (IOD) identifies a normal condition where power is being drained from the battery with the ignition switch in the Off position. A normal vehicle electrical system will draw from five to thirty-five milliamperes (0.005 to 0.035 ampere) with the ignition switch in the Off position, and all non-ignition controlled circuits in proper working order. Up to thirty-five milliamperes are needed to enable the memory functions for the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), digital clock, electronically tuned radio, and other modules which may vary with the vehicle equipment.........Verify that all electrical accessories are off. Turn off all lamps, remove the ignition key, and close all doors. If the vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry system or an electronically tuned radio, allow the electronic timer function of these systems to automatically shut off (time out). This may take up to three minutes .
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Old Oct 22, 2007 | 09:44 PM
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thanks 53!...
I found one of the batteries with one cell dead.
I Assume it was draining the other..
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