2002 SC2 . Battery will not hold charge more than a few hours. New battery. Battery is good. Alternator is good. Mechanic gave up. Could it be computer & how pricey to fix?

Asked by Linda Jan 01, 2019 at 07:44 PM about the 2002 Saturn S-Series 3 Dr SC2 Coupe

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Car is now paperweight. New battery will not hold charge for more than a few
hours, definitely not overnight. Mechanic checked alternator. Unable to find
cause of power drain. Gave up. Could it be computer? How costly to fix?

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F_O_R answered 5 years ago

Someone will have to take the time to do a parasitic battery drain test. Look it up on the web if you want to know how to do the test.

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F_O_R answered 5 years ago

In the meantime disconnect the battery overnight so you can start it in the morning.

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