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Covered Car Drains Battery


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I own a 2002 SC430 and whenever I cover it for a few days ( with nothing left on) the battery drains down! Checked the battery and alternator - all are fine. I'm beginning to suspect that automatic light sensor on the dash, or gremlins! The problem only occurs when I put a car cover over the car but not when I use an interior windshield sunshield . Any clues?

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  • 2 weeks later...
Easiest way .. start pulling fuses, beginning with the sensor circuit. Eventually you'll find the drain.

Btw, nice setup aquanuke, esp the rims. How about a few pics.

This is a common problem with cars left unused for several days. All of the various systems which run while car is idle will eventually run down the battery. SOme dealers will install a small battery booster on cars which sit on their lots for long periods to prevent this problem.

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