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2002 Chrysler Sebring Repair Question


Topics covered: Battery, Battery cable, Voltmeter.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on March 6, 2009

Battery

Electrical problem
2002 Chrysler Sebring 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 90,121 miles

The car battery wont stay charged. I had the battery checked and was told that it was charging. The battery is less than 2 years old.
Avatar Asked by Michael38

Answer

Replied on March 7, 2009

You may have an open circuit somewhere. Here is what I would do. You will need a digital voltmeter for the test.

Remove both battery cables from the posts. Check and record the battery voltage. Now attach both battery cables back on, make sure that they are tight. Check the battery voltage again. If you have more than 0.1 volt difference, you have an open circuit that is draining your battery.

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