Battery keeps draining

Tiny
BUTCH T
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  • 2003 MAZDA TRIBUTE
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 93,000 MILES
Replaced the alternator (that was unbelievable), cable are okay, new battery, fuses good. Where do I go from here?
Saturday, June 5th, 2010 AT 11:20 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

I'm going to first suggest checking the alternator to confirm it is working. It is easy to do and only requires a voltmeter or a multimeter. Here is a link that explains how it's done:

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

Now, if the alternator is charging properly, then it is likely you have a parasitic draw. Here is a link that will help you identify where the draw is coming from and how to repair it:

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

Do these two things and let me know the results.

Take care,
Joe
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