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1986 Toyota Van Battery draining charge

Tiny
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  • 1986 TOYOTA VAN
  • 243,000 MILES
Battery not staying charged, have to take out and recharge after a couple of days, depending on use. Where is the short that is draining my battery?

The emergency brake light, radiator light, oil light and battery charge light stays on even with nothing wrong. When using headlights, wipers, stereo it seems to drain battery faster. The battery does not get recharged when van is on. Alternator has been tested and is not faulty. Would appreciate any help you can give.

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Paul
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Friday, October 4th, 2013 AT 6:23 PM

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Tiny
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Was the alternator tested in. The car?
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Friday, October 4th, 2013 AT 6:28 PM
Tiny
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The alternator was removed and tested.
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Friday, October 4th, 2013 AT 6:33 PM
Tiny
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Then the alternator. Isn't. Charging in. The vechile. Do you have a multi meter to do some testing?
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Friday, October 4th, 2013 AT 7:17 PM

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