Battery discharges overnight

Asked by kwlewis Oct 01, 2014 at 01:54 AM about the 2001 Dodge RAM 1500 SLT Quad Cab 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

replaced alternator and battery also tested starter. jump start vehicle and runs fine until it
is parked for the night. serpentine belt is good

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BoholMark answered 10 years ago

You have a short or open circuit somewhere. Check your lights and other electrical components on the inside of your vehicle.

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mikeatpriestlake answered 10 years ago

boho is right, if you can't locate it by checking all the components or lights inside, then check out the Video by Ericthecarguy.com on parasitic draw test.

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Colin answered 10 years ago

I was recently having this problem as well... I ended up buying a new battery and that solved the issue. It was a 2008 truck with the factory battery.

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Kirbyvillechl answered 6 years ago

Did the draw test 2 times and no change on the meter.Is there two fuse boxes on the 2011ram?

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