have to jump start car every day battery is brand new

1999 CADILLAC DEVILLE CONCOURS
73,000 MILES
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MONFRIDA
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MY CAR'S BATTERY IS DEAD AFTER IT HAS SIT OVER NITE
Dec 4, 2011 at 7:31 PM
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FIXITMR
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sounds like a parasitic drain is occurring. maybe a stuck relay or trunk/hood light staying on?
Dec 4, 2011 at 7:42 PM
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FIXITMR
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could e your alternator is shorting also. you could try unplugging it overnight to see if that's the case.
Dec 4, 2011 at 7:43 PM
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