Why does my battery tray drain hose leak?

2006 DODGE CARAVAN
64,000 MILES
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WETZELBP
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My 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan has a drain hose connected to the bottom of the battery tray. It regularly leaks a clear fluid (water?). Is this normal and why does it occur?
Nov 16, 2011 at 4:10 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Good question. Are you sure it isn't battery acid? Is the battery overcharging?
Nov 16, 2011 at 4:28 AM
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