have to charge the battery everyday

2003 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
150,000 MILES
Avatar
MARISELA MEDINA
  • MEMBER
  • 2 POSTS
MY 2003 VW PASSAT SEDAN Recently had a Electrical short in the car that shorted out my headlight, and melted said wire (right behind headlight casing). Turns on, but I have to charge the battery everyday. If it sits for too long, battery drains, and I have to charge it to get the car to go.

Is this bad can it be fixed can it cost a lot?
Feb 3, 2012 at 11:05 PM
Repair Safety Notice: This information is for general instructional purposes only. Vehicle repair can be dangerous. Verify all information, follow manufacturer service procedures, use proper tools and safety equipment, and consult a qualified repair shop when needed.
Advertisement
Avatar
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • CAR REPAIR CONTRIBUTOR
  • 110,190 POSTS
It is hard to estimate repair costs due to not knowing what caused the problem or how much was damaged.
May 4, 2021 at 11:10 AM
Advertisement
Avatar
MARISELA MEDINA
  • MEMBER
  • 2 POSTS
it still runs , what can i do try to fix it, will buyin a new battery work?
May 4, 2021 at 11:10 AM
Avatar
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • CAR REPAIR CONTRIBUTOR
  • 110,190 POSTS
It sounds like the battery is good if it still runs. The battery isn't the cause of the problem. You need to determine what shorted out that caused the overload and short. Then, that will need repaired and any wiring that was damaged will need repaired.

Is the alternator working?

A battery will not repair a short.
May 4, 2021 at 11:10 AM