Re: [DML] Battery not charging

[Chris Almy <chris.almy@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

I had a similar problem too. Even though I replaced the battery and 
alternator, the battery would slowly drain. This was happening during 
regular driving. The problem turned out to be a bad battery ground. The 
connection from the negative cable to the frame was rusted and had over 45 
ohms of resistance. With that amount, the alternator couldn't properly 
charge the battery.

A quick temporary fix that worked for me was to use a jumper cable from the 
negative battery post to the passenger seat belt bolt. This would bypass 
the bad grounding point and allow the battery to charge.

Just be careful when repairing the ground. The bolt can easily break off. 
Make sure you remove the lock nut inside the frame first.

Chris
VIN 4099

At 06:19 PM 10/3/2004 +0000, you wrote:
>Hey guys, I've noticed for a while now that every time I start my car,
>the battery seems to be getting a little weaker. This battery was just
>purchased in April so I don't think the battery is the problem. My
>volt gauge shows a good reading, but is it possible that the
>alternator isn't charging the battery? What would I check out for this
>situation? I took the battery out and trickle charged it, it was very
>low and took a few hours to charge back up. I did this after I drove
>the car so it is obvious something isn't right. I'm going to take the
>battery to the auto store for testing just to make sure it isn't the
>battey. Any other suggestions? Thanks guys- Dani B. #5003






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