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Old 04-14-2022, 07:21 PM
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I need help!!!! 2011 ford escape XLT v6 battery is draining overnight its draining 12.5 volts . Checked all the fuses and relays, the starter and rear wiper motor to no avail! Replaced the alternator and is still drawing 12.5. Im fustrated and dont know whats going on ! Any ideas would be greatly appreciated!
 
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Old 04-15-2022, 09:30 AM
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From your post It appears you are not that experienced in how to check for a parasitic drain.

The correct way requires some knowledge and correct use of a voltmeter, and don't feel badly, not too many folks do !

Something you might try right away is ;
when you are done using the vehicle, if you want to, just go out and remove the battery negative (-) cable from the battery and reinstall it.
Then see if you still have the same problem in the morning when you go to start the engine.

Will wait for your reply, thanks.
 
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