Why is my battery draining so fast car?

Why is my battery draining so fast car?

A short circuit may cause excessive current draw and drain your battery. Check the charging system for a loose or worn-out alternator belt, problems in the circuit (loose, disconnected or broken wires), or a failing alternator. Engine operation problems can also cause excessive battery drain during cranking.

What happens if my GMC Terrain battery goes dead?

You can get a draw test performed. Even under load to see how well your battery is still holding a charge. If it has gone dead (I am talking totally dead like not even a faint light) then that does decrease the life span of a battery. very few 2 watt bulbs can drain a battery in one night.

What should I do if my GMC Terrain wont start?

Feel free to contact us through private message. As stated, have the dealer check for the voltage draw and it’s location. A healthy battery, alternator and starter are all good, but new, modern cars have a constant draw on them, due to Modules and Control Units, that need to “stay alive”, retaining programed information.

Why is my GMC equinox battery draining overnight?

My 2011 equinox battery is draining overnight. I have had the battery,alternator,and starter tested…all showing good status. Any info would help. My 2011 equinox battery is draining overnight. I have had the battery,alternator,and starter tested…all showing good status.

Are there any reasons not to buy the GMC Terrain?

To answer that question, we spent the last 1,000 miles with the Terrain and have listed five reasons to buy the GMC Terrain, and five reasons not to. 1. A Unique And Premium Look

Why is the battery on my GMC Sierra 1500 dead?

There were no lights or devices left on after the previous time the truck had been used. Something is drawing power from the battery causing it to be dead.

When did the GMC Terrain CUV come out?

The GMC Terrain crossover SUV (CUV) initially launched for the 2010 model year, giving GMC an entry in the then-nascent compact crossover space. The first-gen model was somewhat of a tweener between a compact and midsize models. It performed very well, attracting many a new customer to GM’s Big Red brand.

What’s the turning radius on a GMC Terrain?

Really Wide Turning Radius Most folks like compact CUVs for the vehicles’ combination of practicality and maneuverability. And while the GMC Terrain does feel lively on the move, the crossover’s wide turning radius (18.7 to 20.8 feet) makes it feel a bit unwieldy in tight city driving situations, like when making a U-Turn.

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