After driving a short distance warnings lights turn on and engine shuts off

Tiny
KAY SIENNA 03
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  • 2003 TOYOTA SIENNA
  • 3.3L
  • 5 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 200,000 MILES
Alternator is good, battery is brand new but after running a short distance the ABS light, airbag light and caution light come up and the engine goes off and drain the battery dead. Thanks for any help.
Sunday, February 9th, 2020 AT 2:29 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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With the vehicle running, I can think of anything that will totally kill the battery that quickly. I have a feeling it is either connection issue or either the battery or alternator is at fault. When this happens, do you have to have the vehicle jump started or does it require the battery be recharged?

I'm not sure what was done to check the alt and battery. However, if something is killing the battery as fast as you say and the battery is new, I'm concerned there is a major electrical issue that could lead to a fire. Do me a favor. I need you to check the basics. First, make sure the battery terminals are clean and tight. Second, follow this link for testing an alternator and let me know what you find.

Here are a few links you may find helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/everything-goes-dead-when-engine-is-cranked

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-voltmeter

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-alternator

Let me know what you find.

Joe
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Sunday, February 9th, 2020 AT 9:28 PM

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