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My version:A bad relay switch that goes bad can "stick" in the on position and leave what ever it powers on and drain the batteryYou should be able to see the item that is on.
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Can a bad ignition switch drain the battery?
yes
Why would the AC drain your battery in a 1995 Mazda Protege?
the a\c clutch for the compressor is probably staying on when you turn the car off. It could be the ignition switch. or a bad relay.
Will a bad ground make your battery go down over night?
No, a bad ground will not drain the battery. A dead cell in the battery will most certainly drain it. If it has a dead cell it must be replaced. Also any light that is on will drain it. Lastly a stuck relay will run it down.
Can a bad coil drain the battery?
No, a bad coil will not drain the battery.
What could cause a 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee battery to drain overnight when nothing obvious left on?
bad ignition switch, bad battery, bad alternator/regulator,
Would a bad voltage regulator on a 1985 Dodge Ram pick up truck cause the battery to drain?
Yes possible. If switch does not open on engine shut down battery will drain If switch does not close on start up battery will not charge
Why Ignition clicks but wont start?
Could be,low battery, loose or dirty battery connections, starter is bad, starter solenoid is bad, neutral safety switch bad or out of adjustment, starter relay is bad,
Would a bad ignition switch cause battery to drain overnight and smoke out of steering column?
Good possibility
Why will a Toyota corolla with a brand new battery not turn over?
Bad Starter. Bad Starter Relay. Bad Ignition Switch. Bad Ignition Module. Improper Ground.
Door locks won't work Locks flutter battery keeps dying after 5 mins to 2 hrs Removed two door lock fuses in fuse panel and relay panel Battery is still being drained How do you find the drain?
The door lock relay is bad and is causing your voltage drain. Relay needs replacing.
What could be the problem when the engine won't turn over on a 94 cougar?
Low or bad battery. Bad connections on battery posts. No connection through the ignition switch to the starter relay. Relay defective. Cables loose. Starter bad. A simple voltmeter is very helpful on these repair problems.
Will a bad battery drain your starter?
Your starter is incapable of being drained. It is an electric motor. However a bad starter can drain your battery
