What should parasitic draw be?
In fact, we suggest a 25-milliamp draw is acceptable and anything that exceeds 100-milliamps indicates an electrical issue that needs to be addressed.
What should parasitic drain be on Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Before we get into this month’s Diagnostic Dilemma, let’s review some points from my March, 2016 column about diagnosing battery drains. As a general rule, a “parasitic drain” of less than 30 milliamps (mA) is normal for most vehicles 15 years old and newer.
What’s the problem with my 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
I have a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I’m having an IOD battery drain problem. I’ve metered several places in the electrical system and have found the following, but I still cannot determine the source of the draw. Ignition off, 1.74 amp draw.
How to remove an IoD from a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Disconnect 15amp IOD #1 fuse, cavity 27 of the IPM, draw goes to .02 amps after 30 seconds. Disconnect 40amp PB Power fuse, cavity F13 of the PDC, draw stays at 1.04 amp.
Is there a problem with a Jeep Grand Cherokee battery?
Our first case study is a 2000 Grand Cherokee (Photo 1), that was draining the battery so quickly that the original do-it yourself owner had installed a master switch to disconnect the battery (Photo 2). The Jeep was then sold to a second party, who didn’t realize the complexities involved with solving this battery drain problem.
Before we get into this month’s Diagnostic Dilemma, let’s review some points from my March, 2016 column about diagnosing battery drains. As a general rule, a “parasitic drain” of less than 30 milliamps (mA) is normal for most vehicles 15 years old and newer.
When does a Jeep Grand Cherokee battery drain?
Jeep Grand Cherokee Questions – Battery drains when jeep is not started for a few days and have to rec… – CarGurus If I do not drive my Jeep every day the battery drains and has to be recharged.
How can I tell if my car has a parasitic draw?
The proper way to check for a parasitic draw is with an inductive amp meter. This will tell you if there is a draw from the battery when there shouldn’t be. The draw from a battery at rest should be less than 100mA or so (maybe a bit more for a luxury car).
When did I Buy my Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited?
I have a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited with just over 238,000. Bought this car with just over 35,000 in 2003. It’s been a great reliable car and always got me from point a to b without a problem. This is the first problem I have really had with my jeep. The battery would drain if it sat for more than a couple of days.