1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass it keeps dying even with new battar

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NOVA09
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Electrical problem
1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Four Wheel Drive Automatic

My problem is that i have this Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera 1989 that keeps dying on me even when i unplug all the bulbs and the lighter. My brother had the same kind of problem and said his was the sensor, but how am i able to tell without taking it in for a $90 test for what could be a two dollar piece. I thought i fix it taking all the lights out but my battary is almost dead. In fact im scared to drive it even just down the road because it might die and i have a two year old that i have to bring with me. If it is the sensor then how do i know what one to buy? Please write me as soon as you can. Thank you for your help.
Stressed out,
Amanda
Feb 11, 2009 at 5:10 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Get the battery and alternator load tested if okay have the electrical system checked for a short circuit that may be causing the battery to drain
Feb 11, 2009 at 6:56 PM
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