Battery drain

Tiny
RAY PAYNE
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  • 2004 CHEVROLET TAHOE
  • 5.3L
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 240,000 MILES
One day after sitting all night it will start fine and then the next day it may be drained. Got it started drove it for about an hour parked it let it sit for about 45 minutes tried to start it completely drained.
Friday, November 19th, 2021 AT 2:26 PM

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Tiny
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Hello,

Sounds like the vehicle have excessive parasitic draw (current drain).
Typically, this points to a faulty electrical circuit or something staying on like a glove box or cargo area light etc.
To find out where is the excess draw is coming from you will need a multimeter and check the battery drain.

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

Take a look at his video, it shows how to find the parasitic draw:

https://youtu.be/z5F7WpgjaRs

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-dead-overnight

Please let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
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Friday, November 19th, 2021 AT 2:33 PM

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