Is there a known fault with battery draining on a Hyundai?
The normal leakage of a battery is between 0.020 to 0.050 amps and any leak greater than 0.050 amperes must be located and corrected. What should I do if the battery leakage exists even after all the fuses have been disconnected?
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.
Why does my car battery go dead after a few days?
Some have had the dead battery problem because of a bad cell in the battery, faulty battery cables, a bad diode in the alternator, or even a problem in the car’s radio. A dead battery after a few days has been a problem on several makes of car, not just my 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
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.
Why does my Hyundai Santa Fe battery keep draining?
If your Hyundai Santa Fe’s battery is draining, it’s something that’ll need addressing right away. If it is draining while your Santa Fe is off, it’s usually If your Hyundai Santa Fe’s battery is draining, it’s something that’ll need addressing right away. If it is draining while your Santa Fe is off, it’s usually caused by something t
Some have had the dead battery problem because of a bad cell in the battery, faulty battery cables, a bad diode in the alternator, or even a problem in the car’s radio. A dead battery after a few days has been a problem on several makes of car, not just my 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
When does the battery go down on a 2013 Sonata?
UPDATE: October 9, 2012– A friend who owns a 2013 Sonata spoke with his dealer in a different state and city. He did not let the dealer know he is aware of the memory fuse. He asked about the battery going down in a short time.
What causes a car battery to drain overnight?
This happens when something – a glovebox light, an amplifier, any electrical component – is pulling power from the battery when it shouldn’t. Since the alternator isn’t generating vehicle electricity, the problem component pulls from the battery, slowly draining it overnight until your vehicle won’t start.