Battery discharges overnight

Asked by kwlewis Oct 01, 2014 at 01:54 AM about the 2001 Dodge RAM 1500 SLT Quad Cab 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

replaced alternator and battery also tested starter. jump start vehicle and runs fine until it
is parked for the night. serpentine belt is good

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BoholMark answered 9 years ago

You have a short or open circuit somewhere. Check your lights and other electrical components on the inside of your vehicle.

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mikeatpriestlake answered 9 years ago

boho is right, if you can't locate it by checking all the components or lights inside, then check out the Video by Ericthecarguy.com on parasitic draw test.

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Colin answered 9 years ago

I was recently having this problem as well... I ended up buying a new battery and that solved the issue. It was a 2008 truck with the factory battery.

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Kirbyvillechl answered 5 years ago

Did the draw test 2 times and no change on the meter.Is there two fuse boxes on the 2011ram?

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