Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures

BATTERY ELECTRONIC DRAINS WHICH SHUT OFF WHEN THE BATTERY CABLE IS DISCONNECTED

1. Repeat the steps of the battery drain inspection.
2. Without starting the engine turn the ignition switch to ON for a moment and then OFF. Wait one minute for the illuminated entry lamps to turn off (if equipped).
3. Connect the voltmeter and read the voltage The current reading (current drain) should be less than 0.05 amp If current drain exceeds 0.05 amp after a few minutes, and if this drain did not show in previous tests, the drain is most likely caused by a malfunctioning electronic component. As in previous tests, remove the fuses from the Smart Junction Box (SJB), one at a time, to locate the problem circuit.