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Old 03-01-2011, 06:59 PM
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Default battery don't hold a charge after sitting for a few days

I have a 95 accord,new battery,and yes i bought it according to specs,I know it has to be a certain type,but it keeps losing charge if i park it for a few days,I have checked for lights being on,there is no stereo in this car,wht could it be
 
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Old 03-01-2011, 07:08 PM
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Something is drawing current. You could try to use a volt meter to measure amperage, then start pulling fuses to see what makes the current drop to normal.

Here is an ehow article talking about the procedure. Just copy and paste the link into your browser.

ehow.com/how_2249402_find-parasitic-battery-drain.html
 
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Old 03-01-2011, 07:24 PM
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Occasionally, the trunk light on a car will be stuck on by a faulty trunk up switch. This is hot wired so, light runs full time.

The diagnostics will be necessary unless you get lucky w/ above.

good luck
 
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Old 03-01-2011, 10:35 PM
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Also take your battery over to your local AutoZone or Advance store and let them test it and fully charge it for FREE...
 
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