battery keeps draining

2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
64,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JOHN HIGASHI
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Had to jump start. Replaced battery. Two weeks later had to jump start. Replaced battery under warranty. Two days sat idle the had to jump start. Took it to dealer, said corrosion on positive need to replace positive terminal ($1,000.00). Said alternator okay. There must be something drawing current when the car is off(?). Waiting for them to replace terminal but I need them to find the draw.
Jul 8, 2020 at 8:03 AM
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AL514
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Hello, $1,000.00 to replace a battery terminal end? That's wrong, too much. If you have a multi-meter I can help you find the draw, but I've never heard of such a price for a single wire being replaced.

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

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

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-dead-overnight
Jul 8, 2020 at 8:57 AM
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