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Old 08-31-2024, 08:20 AM
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From what I have heard, 3 years is about the limit on these batteries. If you are able, charge the battery, then remove it (or drive to) Advanced Auto or one of the other auto parts stores and have the battery tested. I recently had a conventional sealed lead acid battery tested. All of my tests indicated it was OK, their test showed the cranking amps were only 150 and should have been 750 amps, I got a new battery as this one was under warranty.
As for a possible drain, I have never heard of one draining a battery this quickly, but if you can use a digital ammeter you can disconnect typically the negative lead on the battery and insert the meter and see if you have current flow. If you have a significant flow (above 200 ma ?) then you may need to start pulling fuses one at a time to see what is staying on.
IMHO, I really think you have a bad battery.
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