Why does my car have a short that drains battery when sitting overnight?
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.
Why does my car battery keep dying overnight?
Some of the most common reasons for a car battery to die repeatedly include loose or corroded battery connections, persistent electrical drains, charging problems, constantly demanding more power than the alternator can provide, and even extreme weather.
Why is my Subaru Legacy battery draining while driving?
If your battery is draining while driving, it is almost without exception the Legacy’s alternator that is causing the problem. If it is you should see the battery or alternator light on, it indicates that the alternator is not creating the necessary voltage to charge the battery.
Is the battery on my Subaru Outback working?
Across-the-board, there are very few other issues with the Outback for this year so if the battery works then this is a fairly reliable vehicle. The problem is the battery is the biggest issue and many drivers have already reported it as a problem.
Is there a problem with the Subaru Ascent battery?
There’s no reason for that to happen, so you can see why it would be an issue. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has logged a number of complaints as well detailing battery issues with the Ascent. These typically happen at under 6,000 miles.
Are there any problems with the Subaru Forester battery?
2017 was even worse for the Subaru Forester in terms of battery problems. More drivers complained of these same problems including a weak battery, one that would not hold a charge, one that died frequently for apparently no reason.