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cmilam

02-23-2008 07:08 AM

996 Battery Drain Issues

I have an 02 Targa and it seems like my battery drains after about 2 weeks of sitting. It's ok after one week. Everything checks on the charging system and the battery is only 3 years old. Is there adrain coming from somewhere on that model and should I just hook it up to a trickle charger? thanks

PorscheDoc

02-23-2008 09:22 AM

RE: 996 Battery Drain Issues

If it is sitting for 2 weeks at a time, you should keep a trickle charger on it.

cmilam

02-23-2008 09:31 AM

RE: 996 Battery Drain Issues

Thanks Doc!

Big Bob

02-23-2008 12:13 PM

RE: 996 Battery Drain Issues

Trickle charger is a wise investment in peace of mind. However batteries dont last for ever, get some one to check it out. They can usually tell if there is a cell(s) thatsstarting to break down or if the electrolyte is off spec.
Regards Big Bob

cmilam

02-23-2008 12:19 PM

RE: 996 Battery Drain Issues

Thanks Big Bob--great point

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