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J-1 Check For Key-Off Drain



^ Turn ignition switch to OFF.

^ Turn OFF all lamps and accessories and close doors.

^ Connect an ammeter or test lamp between the battery ground cable and negative battery post.

^ Is current drain less than 200 mA (or test lamp OFF)?

YES -- GO to J2. J-2 Check For Open B+ Circuit

NO -- Test individual components to find the cause of the key OFF battery drain.