Why did my Pontiac G6 battery drain so quickly?
I noticed the back lights to the radio stayed on however, EVEN AFTER I TURNED OFF THE CAR. This drained my battery by the next morning. So, like any engineer, I thought the radio was broken. I disconnected the radio, and my car has been driving fine with no radio for about 2 weeks.
What to do if your car battery is draining?
Assuming that the cause of the battery drain is not human error, you will need the assistance of a qualified mechanic who can diagnose your car’s electrical problems and determine if it’s a dead battery or something else in the electrical system.
Is the Pontiac G6 battery under warranty?
The car is a 2008 Pontiac G6 and the battery was purchased in 2011. The battery is bad. You need to get a replacement the one you bought may still be under warranty, though probably pro-rated at this point. More than likely, your current battery has a bad cell in it which doesn’t accept the charge it is supposed to.
Can a bad alternator drain a car battery?
A car alternator recharges the battery and powers certain electrical systems like lights, radio, air-conditioning, and automatic windows. If your alternator has a bad diode, your battery can drain. The bad alternator diode can cause the circuit to charge even when the engine is shut off, and you end up in the morning with a car that won’t start.
I noticed the back lights to the radio stayed on however, EVEN AFTER I TURNED OFF THE CAR. This drained my battery by the next morning. So, like any engineer, I thought the radio was broken. I disconnected the radio, and my car has been driving fine with no radio for about 2 weeks.
What kind of battery does a Pontiac G6 have?
Usually for me wifie just leaves the dome light on . EDIT: I am driving a 2005 Pontiac G6, but a train would be nice. If that’s your hazing..
What causes a car battery to drain in the morning?
If your alternator has a bad diode, your battery can drain. The bad alternator diode can cause the circuit to charge even when the engine is shut off, and you end up in the morning with a car that won’t start. 5. Extreme Temperature
A car alternator recharges the battery and powers certain electrical systems like lights, radio, air-conditioning, and automatic windows. If your alternator has a bad diode, your battery can drain. The bad alternator diode can cause the circuit to charge even when the engine is shut off, and you end up in the morning with a car that won’t start.
Usually for me wifie just leaves the dome light on . EDIT: I am driving a 2005 Pontiac G6, but a train would be nice. If that’s your hazing..
Is the Pontiac G6 running with no radio?
I disconnected the radio, and my car has been driving fine with no radio for about 2 weeks. I ordered a new radio on crutchfield and installed it this afternoon.
Why does my Samsung Galaxy G6 not start?
While the battery cables are not necessarily the most likely issue to cause your G6 to not start, they are some of the easiest to diagnose. You can take a look at the battery poles where the cables connect. If there appears to be green or white corrosion all around it, cleaning them may help get you back on the road.
What kind of car is a 2005 Pontiac G6?
EDIT: I am driving a 2005 Pontiac G6, but a train would be nice. If that’s your hazing.. I feel I got by easy. Ah, electronics ya gotta love it. Is there any possiblity that a hot wire is shorted or a ground wire was missed? There are some many variables in todays cars when it come to a battery draining.
I disconnected the radio, and my car has been driving fine with no radio for about 2 weeks. I ordered a new radio on crutchfield and installed it this afternoon.
What does it mean when your G6 won’t start?
There are really two main ways that a vehicle will not start. The first and most common is when it won’t turn over. This just means that the engine doesn’t move when you turn the key. The second way that your G6 won’t start is when the engine turns when you engage the starter, but it won’t fire and run on its own.
Where does the 12V lead come from on a Pontiac G6?
The +12V lead coming into the big main connector from the car is changes to Yellow on the hookup I bought from crutchfield. This means when I thought I was hooking up +12V I was actually not. I tested the yellow wire that plugs into the back of the radio, and sure enough I get +12V coming through.
Are there any recalls on the Pontiac G6?
On September 21, 2012, General Motors recalled 473,841 vehicles involving the Chevy Malibu, Pontiac G6 and Saturn Aura from model years 2007 through 2010 equipped with four-speed automatic transmissions. The problem is a condition that could make cars roll when in park.
When did the Pontiac G6 come out in the US?
Pontiac G6. The Pontiac G6 is a midsize car that was produced by General Motors under the Pontiac brand. It was introduced in 2004 for the 2005 model year to replace the Grand Am. The car was built on the GM Epsilon platform which it shared with the Chevrolet Malibu and Saab 9-3 along with other General Motors vehicles.
Where are the relays on a Pontiac G6?
*There are a bunch of Relays (small little black boxes) in the fuse box compartment on the passenger side lower portion of the center console. Also beside the battery (I don’t think it contains anything for the interior such as the radio). A relay is just a switch that can be normally open or normally closed.
EDIT: I am driving a 2005 Pontiac G6, but a train would be nice. If that’s your hazing.. I feel I got by easy. Ah, electronics ya gotta love it. Is there any possiblity that a hot wire is shorted or a ground wire was missed? There are some many variables in todays cars when it come to a battery draining.
*There are a bunch of Relays (small little black boxes) in the fuse box compartment on the passenger side lower portion of the center console. Also beside the battery (I don’t think it contains anything for the interior such as the radio). A relay is just a switch that can be normally open or normally closed.
The +12V lead coming into the big main connector from the car is changes to Yellow on the hookup I bought from crutchfield. This means when I thought I was hooking up +12V I was actually not. I tested the yellow wire that plugs into the back of the radio, and sure enough I get +12V coming through.
What causes a car battery to drain while driving?
Faulty Charging. If your charging system isn’t working properly, your car battery can drain even while you’re driving. Many cars power their lights, radio, and other systems from the alternator, which can make the battery drain worse if there’s a charging problem.
Faulty Charging. If your charging system isn’t working properly, your car battery can drain even while you’re driving. Many cars power their lights, radio, and other systems from the alternator, which can make the battery drain worse if there’s a charging problem.
Is there a recall on the 2009 Pontiac G6?
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 276, 729 MY 2009 BUICK ENCLAVE, CHEVROLET COBALT, HHR, MALIBU, TRAVERSE, GMC ACADIA, PONTIAC G5, G6 AND SATURN AURA AND OUTLOOK PASSENGER VEHICLES.
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 276, 729 MY 2009 BUICK ENCLAVE, CHEVROLET COBALT, HHR, MALIBU, TRAVERSE, GMC ACADIA, PONTIAC G5, G6 AND SATURN AURA AND OUTLOOK PASSENGER VEHICLES.
What does it mean when your car battery is dead overnight?
You go out to your car and the battery is dead overnight, this can be frustrating to say the least especially when you are late to work or got the kids ready for school and ready to leave. When the battery looses its charge in the morning you could have a voltage drain in the electrical system which is called a parasitic draw.
Why does my car battery draw power in the morning?
If you know the battery is good because it has been replaced recently and it’s dead in the morning there is an electrical draw causing this problem. There are several “live” electrical circuits that bypass the ignition switch that can draw electrical power when the key is in the off position.
What makes a car battery go dead for no reason?
The next morning my anti-theft caution light only come on when tried to crank car and did nothing but click and there was a ticking sound like a bomb ticking coming from behind the cigarette lighter and A/C controls.
What should I do if my Moto G6 battery goes bad?
Prepare an iOpener and apply it to the right half of the screen for at least two minutes, in order to soften the battery adhesive underneath. Reheat and reapply the iOpener as needed. Be careful not to overheat the battery or display with the iOpener.
What to do if your LG G6 won’t turn on?
Troubleshooting LG G6 that won’t turn on Step 1: Charge your phone right away. This will immediately tell you if the problem is caused by just a firmware issue… Step 2: Inspect the charger and cable if the phone isn’t charging. It’s important that you can see the phone charging… Step 3: Do the
Why does my LG G6 Plus have black screen of death?
The LG G6+ actually has some impressive hardware specs so we cannot just point our finger to its build being the reason why it has this problem. The thing is, most of the time the black screen of death is a minor firmware issue and based on our experience, you can fix it on your own without any help from a technician.
How do I charge my LG G6 Plus?
Plug the charger to a working wall outlet. Connect your LG G6 Plus to its charger using the original cable. Leave the phone connected to its charger for ten minutes or so. Now, press and hold down the power key and and the volume up key at the same time for 10 seconds.
How do I back up data on my LG G6?
Back up data on the internal memory. Turn off the device. Press and hold the Power and Volume down buttons. When the LG logo appears, quickly release and then re-hold the Power button while continuing to hold the Volume down button. ‘Factory data reset’ appears. Use the Volume down button to highlight Yes.
Why does my Kia G6 not start on its own?
If your battery no longer has enough charge to turn the starter, your G6 will not start. As a battery ages, it’s “cranking amps” decrease, leaving it with a diminished capacity for starting the vehicle. When this happens, you’ll often hear the vehicle crank slowly, but not start.
If your battery no longer has enough charge to turn the starter, your G6 will not start. As a battery ages, it’s “cranking amps” decrease, leaving it with a diminished capacity for starting the vehicle. When this happens, you’ll often hear the vehicle crank slowly, but not start.
What kind of car is a Pontiac G6?
EDIT: I am driving a 2005 Pontiac G6, but a train would be nice. If that’s your hazing.. I feel I got by easy. Click to expand… Well if the radio was good and the battery was good (until it drained) then obviously is one of the many things in between.