1988 Toyota Celica battery keeps draining

1988 TOYOTA CELICA
150,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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STEPHEN39
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i replaced distributor cap new plugs wires new battery had alt check they said it was fine battery keeps draining jump car starts right up within 10 min car dies battery is drained what could be causing this????????
Mar 6, 2009 at 9:54 AM
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BMRFIXIT
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With engine running alternator should keep it running without any power use from the battery
if the alternator tested OK
check fuses and check for power at the rear of alternator wires
with engine running battery volts should be above 13.5v
Mar 6, 2009 at 10:22 AM
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