Something is draining my battery

Tiny
D.A. DANNIE ALEXANDER
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  • 2006 CADILLAC STS
  • 3.6L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 116,000 MILES
I have to jump my car every morning, and when I start the car the passenger door pops open every time. The door locks make clicking sounds.
Friday, April 12th, 2019 AT 10:11 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

It sounds like the battery needs replacement. To be sure here is a guide to help us test the battery:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test

If it fails use this guide to change it out step by step:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-car-battery

Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know what happens.
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Monday, April 22nd, 2019 AT 3:47 PM

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