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1983 Mercedes Benz 380sl Repair Question


Topics covered: Battery, Battery light, Jump start.
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Asked on January 15, 2010

1983 Mercedes Benz 380sl Battery drain

Electrical problem
1983 Mercedes Benz 380sl V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic 120000 miles

My wife's '83 380sl is draining the battery while sitting. I am able to jump start the car, after allowing the battery to charge for about 1/2 hour. The battery light on the dash has been lit while the car is off and the keys removed which seems unusual. This is a brand new battery. Any idea's?
Avatar Asked by scottdboy

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Replied on January 15, 2010

. The battery light on the dash has been lit while the car is off-this wll cause a battery drain:


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Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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