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You are very smart and methodical. Technical enough to cover everything but you still teach in a way people can easily understand and follow. Thanks, I'm learning a lot from you. 🙂
Thanks for the kind words Kayla. Glad you like the video. If you really want to enjoy a fun video check out the camaro series. That one is a fun 2 part one
Excellent. I'm dealing with some kind of parasitic draw in a '00 Ford Ranger and an '05 Silverado 1500HD. I can't bend anymore, so getting under the dash is a no-go, but at least I can pull some fuses and get a better understanding of what might be going on.
I picked up a used 1993 C1500 with a draw issue. It's not my daily driver so I just installed a knife switch at the battery. And, the thing is on a trickle smart charger while it sits. I drove it this way for fifteen years occasionally attempting to trace down the draw. But, since I had a working solution, I didn't go at it the diagnosis full-on. I couldn't find any fused circuit pulling the juice. Then, while under the dash for some other work, I spied a relay someone had installed. Most likely for a trailer brake which I removed when initially acquiring the truck. Once the relay was removed, the draw was gone. Although, I still use the knife switch when the vehicle is not in use. Also since it sits, squirrels had done a mess to the wiring under the hood. Once I fixed the chewed-on wiring, I started keeping three rat traps under the hood. No return squirrel issues after a couple of sprung trap resets.
A perfect lesson for me right now as I'm trying to find a draw on my 05 Silverado. I was really interested in seeing how you put your ammeter in series with the gm side terminals...thanks for putting these excellent videos out for us!
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I had the same problem with my 03. Turns out that a wire running from the battery to the alternator was completely cooked and needed to be replaced. Check that out. I'd bought several batteries and alternators over the years before someone helped me out with it.
The wire runs from the alternator to a relay connected to the battery. It was cooked on the alternator end and hot to the touch. 12 dollar fix for a 6 year problem.
Nice explanation OZ but I have a 2004 chevy duramax 6.6 and it's draining the new batteries, it has 2 batteries. how would I test with the multimeter to find what's draining the batteries?
Gave ya a 👍🏻 Thanks. I’ll check my BCM. I thought it was the cluster. (03 Silverado ) kinda wish ya had showed all four module locations, if it ain’t the cluster, but I’m not sure yet. I know when I put that neg back on the cluster fk resets. Ya I got a new one prolly 5 years ago. I’ve just been leaving the neg off when I’m not drivin. Startin to be a pain tho. I still have to find the draw. I really haven’t had time to investigate. But... you’ve inspired me to do so!😏
Good video. I was wondering if the condition of the PCM was indicative of the car being in a flood? It appeared to have a lot of trash, i.e. small specks of trash that would have settled on the circuit card, but because the PCM had a lid on it, the larger trash accumulated mostly around the outside of the unit?
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Hi how are you my name is Hector’s I have a question I have a 2003 suburban I have been having issues with the battery drain I put like seven batteries already
Hey man I know this is a few years old but I have a 99 Silverado that has a parasitic draw of about 1.5 milliamps I believe it was so I followed your video as and pulled the radio fuse and it dropped to .7 and then the radio amp fuse dropped it to .016 so I unhooked the radio and put the fuses back in and it still reads .016. I didn't do anything to the amp but regardless I hooked the battery back up and left radio out and fuses in and the next day the battery was dead. Tested again and still have .016. battery is brand new as the draw killed the old one. Will . 016ma drain the battery? I thought under .050 was good. I'm going to rerun the test tonight to make sure the battery wasn't already dead but I'm 99.9% sure it wasn't
My son asked me to figure out why his battery is dying I'm going to use your technique great explanation . I'll let you know when I'm finished.. thanks great instructions.GOD BLESS you
My 2004 Chevy Silverado has a parasitic draw problem that began about 6 months ago. If I don't drive my pickup it will run down in 5 days. Where can I find the wiring diagram for this model?
FIXED - found out the power draw on my 95’ Silverado was a 10a “radio battery” fuse located on the side of the dash right inside the door. I couldn’t hold the meter so I pulled 7 random fuses and after that the draw went down to 0.01. Replaced them 1 by 1 and kept going back to check with the multimeter on the battery. Sure enough the radio was drawing 0.82 Everytime.
I have a 2005 sierra 5.3 and i have done everything EXACTLY how u did in the video but i still cant find the battery drain, its so bad that its sulfated 2 optimas in less than a month and since they only prorate twice im literally SOL and they want me to buy another one🤦🏻♂️ i will put the battery charger overnight and it will charge the battery while being disconnected from the truck) and i can turn on the truck and drive it and it will not have any symptoms at all. But when i turn it off the battery will be completely drained and cool to the touch. ive replaced this so far 2 yellow tops, 1 duralast, ac delco alternator, body control module, PCM, engine harness, ac delco starter, motor and body grounds, tail light and hitch control modules, fuel pump, evap canister, and even replaced 2 cluster that are known to be fixed. Im literally at a stump with it and i dont want to get pushed to having to sell the truck or switching over all my stuff to another body🤦🏻♂️ any help would be GREATLY appreciated 🙏🏼
I have the same problem can the bcm cause a security light on all the time? The truck drives but the light stays lit all the time and my battery drains i did the parasitic draw test and same fuse is causing problems
I'm learning, I have a question did you reinstall that fuse, before you started unplugging the BCM? Because the meter showed the draw again, so I would assume you put that fuse back in?
How are you my name is Hector’s I have a question I have a 2003 Chevy suburban I have the same problem with my battery drain I leave it sit for a couple of days and my battery goes completely dead
So when I narrow it down to the fuse that's causing the draw? What step is next? Leave evrything connected and just start pulling stuff apart inside the cab? Watching dor a drop?
You need to go to a wiring diagram to verify what is powering up that fuse. I just recorded a draw video yesterday it I won’t have it up till 2 weeks. It’s going to be a detailed video on draws
I only asking this I know you good at these Silverado 2000 some turn key and no fuel pump then if I turn key off test says fuse box is hot except for fuel relay, then if you let it set some x it’s fine like nothing wrong, then some x you have to jump fuel pump and it’ll start wth is this thought ignition switch , idk now. Please help thanks
Have the same problem on my 2007 Chevy Silverado 1500LT. Had the truck sitting for a week without being started and the battery was completely drained when I attempted to start it. Didn't see any dome lights on or anything else on that may have killed the battery. Also, it's a brand new AC Delco battery, so it's definitely not a charging issue or the alternator as the battery does charge when the engine us running. Had to boost the battery with jumper cables connected to my 2021 Dodge Charger to get enough current into the Silverado to turn the engine over. I just ordered some alligator clip probes for my digital multimeter and will be pulling fuses this coming weekend to see which circuit is the culprit.
My truck battery drains often i checked my alternator, starter, and battery and all work fine. I bought my battery 4 months ago i believe it might be an electrical issue
Hey man, hope you still see your comments on the video. I'm currently having the same issue except more severe. I have about 3.04 amps being drawn after letting my 2005 Suburban sit. I've figured out all the circuits that are pulling power. I have 9 circuits currently pulling power. Any chance something bigger like a bad ground could be causing this issue? I've been fighting it for months now trying to find an answer without having to take it to a mechanic or dealership. ANY help would be appreciated
Do you do any work on Chrysler 200s? I believe I have a coolant leak and also need gasket pan replaced. I noticed in other comments you live in Houston and would love to leave my car with you if you are taking cars at the moment! Great videos man!
My anti theft light came on couple days ago, have been trying to reset it but my battery dies when I do. Now Everytime I try to come to reset it I barely have any battery . Could this be a partial reason?
Hey so i changed my starter on my 2008 silverado and once i am reconnecting the battery its causing the truck to turn on by itself(wont turn on all the way though) what could this be?
Hi. So I disconnected the negative battery post and the negative cable. Now, when i touch one electrode of my multimeter to the negative battery post and one electrode of my multimeter to the negative cable the reading it shows me is O.04 A. Is this ok? Or is it a parastic draw? Because whenever i check my battery voltage in the mornings it shows me 11.94 V.
It's hard to tell, but it looks like those solder pads connect to the capacitor on the other side. Electrtrolytic capacitors tend to fail after 15 to 20 years, so i would replace those two electrolytic capacitors.
Say the module is expensive. what can you do to isolate whether the problem is the module or a load connected to the module? would powering the module with all its ground and powers on bench tester show the draw?
hopefully you are still responding to questions... I have an 06 Escalade that kills the battery after a few days, sometimes in just one day.. I checked the draw and come up with a .058 draw.. is this enough to kill the battery so quickly? Or is this ok? If it's not a bad draw I suspect it could the alternator diodes...
What's up bro? I have a 2005 silvero just replaced battery with optima red top so getting good readings. How do I start checking the fuses . A little confused on how to hook the alligator clips up. And once hood ul start pulling 1 fuse at a time and look for the drop? Thanks
i did this and have a 0.02 draw . i ran the truck for about a hour . let it set for about 200 min did the test . still shows 0.02 . when i take the cable off i do hear like a clicking noise under the dash . pullled ever fuse still hear the clicking . pull every relay . same thing . so i pull the fuse on the radio an cigar lighters an see if the battery die's . i i will add the truck has no horn .
Make sure you are turning the key all the way back until it clicks!!! That’s the issue on mines.. 😅 trust me the shift stick needs to lock along with the key so make sure you turn the key until it clicks or you see the shift stick move too
Yea I was able too.. just make sure when turning it off that you pull the key all the way back and it pops in place if not it will drain it. But yea I will eventually also need the key cylinder thing
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You are very smart and methodical. Technical enough to cover everything but you still teach in a way people can easily understand and follow. Thanks, I'm learning a lot from you. 🙂
Thanks for the kind words Kayla. Glad you like the video. If you really want to enjoy a fun video check out the camaro series. That one is a fun 2 part one
Excellent. I'm dealing with some kind of parasitic draw in a '00 Ford Ranger and an '05 Silverado 1500HD. I can't bend anymore, so getting under the dash is a no-go, but at least I can pull some fuses and get a better understanding of what might be going on.
Excellent LANDSCAPE video with NO annoying LOUD BACKGROUND MUSIC!
I picked up a used 1993 C1500 with a draw issue. It's not my daily driver so I just installed a knife switch at the battery. And, the thing is on a trickle smart charger while it sits. I drove it this way for fifteen years occasionally attempting to trace down the draw. But, since I had a working solution, I didn't go at it the diagnosis full-on. I couldn't find any fused circuit pulling the juice.
Then, while under the dash for some other work, I spied a relay someone had installed. Most likely for a trailer brake which I removed when initially acquiring the truck. Once the relay was removed, the draw was gone. Although, I still use the knife switch when the vehicle is not in use.
Also since it sits, squirrels had done a mess to the wiring under the hood. Once I fixed the chewed-on wiring, I started keeping three rat traps under the hood. No return squirrel issues after a couple of sprung trap resets.
A perfect lesson for me right now as I'm trying to find a draw on my 05 Silverado. I was really interested in seeing how you put your ammeter in series with the gm side terminals...thanks for putting these excellent videos out for us!
Figure it out? 05 Chevy still have my draw..
my '05 has a 0.25 amp current flowing through the battery cable when off. Kills my Optima red top in about a week.
My 05 Silverado also has a bad draw dead in 3 days.
It might NOT the BCM. It's the door switch not shutting the BCM down when you open the door after shutting the truck down. The door switches fail.
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Nice diagnosis
was the replacement plug & play or was it necessary to program?
If it was necessary to program, how was that accomplished?
So good, I had to subscribe, great video shots, simple explanations, easy to follow, I will try this on my 2006 !!!
Good job I like how you found the problem with pulling fuses
I put a link of the other video showing the other ways to look for a draw
@@OzMechanics@ if my ocm has vats deleted! No need programming bcm?
I had the same problem with my 03. Turns out that a wire running from the battery to the alternator was completely cooked and needed to be replaced. Check that out. I'd bought several batteries and alternators over the years before someone helped me out with it.
I was thinking this hoping this is the problem will check it out after I get home
Started outta no where tho like I was chilling forgot the key on then it happen now it doesn’t wanna stay charged
@@thewiseguy8794did that fix your problem
How did you diagnose?
The wire runs from the alternator to a relay connected to the battery. It was cooked on the alternator end and hot to the touch. 12 dollar fix for a 6 year problem.
Well thanks for explaining how to set the meter and the wires
Nice explanation OZ but I have a 2004 chevy duramax 6.6 and it's draining the new batteries, it has 2 batteries. how would I test with the multimeter to find what's draining the batteries?
Gave ya a 👍🏻
Thanks. I’ll check my BCM. I thought it was the cluster. (03 Silverado ) kinda wish ya had showed all four module locations, if it ain’t the cluster, but I’m not sure yet. I know when I put that neg back on the cluster fk resets. Ya I got a new one prolly 5 years ago. I’ve just been leaving the neg off when I’m not drivin. Startin to be a pain tho. I still have to find the draw. I really haven’t had time to investigate.
But... you’ve inspired me to do so!😏
Thank you Oz. Good job again. Have a blessed and safe week to you and your family.
Thanks your video helped one question did you have to program BCM or is it just plug and play
You would have to program the bcm
Even if i get a used one from another truck
Yes program the calibration and the keys
Do you need a same year BCM or can a different year work fine as long as it’s a 99-02 Silverado ?
love your channel bro,, question did you have to get the truck reprogrammed with this new install?
Good video. I was wondering if the condition of the PCM was indicative of the car being in a flood? It appeared to have a lot of trash, i.e. small specks of trash that would have settled on the circuit card, but because the PCM had a lid on it, the larger trash accumulated mostly around the outside of the unit?
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Hi how are you my name is Hector’s I have a question I have a 2003 suburban I have been having issues with the battery drain I put like seven batteries already
Thanks brotha, you have no idea how much you just helped me out bro👊🏽👊🏽👊🏽
Oz, left you a question on your replacing interior door handle on Veracruz. You do awesome videos!!
If my pcm has vats desabled! Will bcm be plug and play? No need programming?
Hey man I know this is a few years old but I have a 99 Silverado that has a parasitic draw of about 1.5 milliamps I believe it was so I followed your video as and pulled the radio fuse and it dropped to .7 and then the radio amp fuse dropped it to .016 so I unhooked the radio and put the fuses back in and it still reads .016. I didn't do anything to the amp but regardless I hooked the battery back up and left radio out and fuses in and the next day the battery was dead. Tested again and still have .016. battery is brand new as the draw killed the old one. Will . 016ma drain the battery? I thought under .050 was good. I'm going to rerun the test tonight to make sure the battery wasn't already dead but I'm 99.9% sure it wasn't
Did you have the Positive cable connected? To the battery?
Fighting the issue on my 03 SS Silverado. What setting is your voltmeter set too?
Same here
My son asked me to figure out why his battery is dying I'm going to use your technique great explanation . I'll let you know when I'm finished.. thanks great instructions.GOD BLESS you
Did you ever find your son's battery drain issue?
??? Well did you ?? 🙏🏿
My 2004 Chevy Silverado has a parasitic draw problem that began about 6 months ago. If I don't drive my pickup it will run down in 5 days. Where can I find the wiring diagram for this model?
Thanks man. I have a 99 tahoe that has been giving me grief for a while.
Bro were you located at im having same issue just bought 2 batteries already this stressful
did you have to reflash the new BCM? Or is it plug n play?
Found mine, it was the “radio Batt” fuse in the fusebox to the left of the steering wheel in the cab
So which are the fuses that cause this problem my tahoe z71 can't go a day without dying
FIXED - found out the power draw on my 95’ Silverado was a 10a “radio battery” fuse located on the side of the dash right inside the door. I couldn’t hold the meter so I pulled 7 random fuses and after that the draw went down to 0.01. Replaced them 1 by 1 and kept going back to check with the multimeter on the battery. Sure enough the radio was drawing 0.82 Everytime.
I have a 2005 sierra 5.3 and i have done everything EXACTLY how u did in the video but i still cant find the battery drain, its so bad that its sulfated 2 optimas in less than a month and since they only prorate twice im literally SOL and they want me to buy another one🤦🏻♂️ i will put the battery charger overnight and it will charge the battery while being disconnected from the truck) and i can turn on the truck and drive it and it will not have any symptoms at all. But when i turn it off the battery will be completely drained and cool to the touch. ive replaced this so far 2 yellow tops, 1 duralast, ac delco alternator, body control module, PCM, engine harness, ac delco starter, motor and body grounds, tail light and hitch control modules, fuel pump, evap canister, and even replaced 2 cluster that are known to be fixed. Im literally at a stump with it and i dont want to get pushed to having to sell the truck or switching over all my stuff to another body🤦🏻♂️ any help would be GREATLY appreciated 🙏🏼
Did you hook up your multimeter in series to the battery to see that amp draw ?
@@OzMechanics yes and everything seemed to fall asleep after a few minutes
Do you need to reprogram bcm ??? New bcm or used ????
Hello John! Either used or new, they have to be programmed regardless. Hope this helps!
I have the same problem can the bcm cause a security light on all the time? The truck drives but the light stays lit all the time and my battery drains i did the parasitic draw test and same fuse is causing problems
Awesome video. I have a 99 Chevy with the same problem. Now I can check it out!
Awesome Brad !! Keep me informed to see if that’s the issue
Does the BCM need to be programmed?
Yes it does
@@OzMechanics@ mandatory bcm programming??
Thy..Very big Help..My 2004 doing the samething,same thing, 3 days of sitting..battery dead
I'm learning, I have a question did you reinstall that fuse, before you started unplugging the BCM? Because the meter showed the draw again, so I would assume you put that fuse back in?
yes. fuse was put back in to recreate the draw
I have an 02 Suburban say issue battery dead I'm going to check this out!!
Would this work for a 2006 gmc sierra denali 6.0? My battery dies overnight as well.
How are you my name is Hector’s I have a question I have a 2003 Chevy suburban I have the same problem with my battery drain I leave it sit for a couple of days and my battery goes completely dead
So when I narrow it down to the fuse that's causing the draw? What step is next? Leave evrything connected and just start pulling stuff apart inside the cab? Watching dor a drop?
You need to go to a wiring diagram to verify what is powering up that fuse. I just recorded a draw video yesterday it I won’t have it up till 2 weeks. It’s going to be a detailed video on draws
I only asking this I know you good at these Silverado 2000 some turn key and no fuel pump then if I turn key off test says fuse box is hot except for fuel relay, then if you let it set some x it’s fine like nothing wrong, then some x you have to jump fuel pump and it’ll start wth is this thought ignition switch , idk now. Please help thanks
Do you just drop a new bcm and thats it or do you have to relearn the new bcm ? thanks for aby advice given...Great vids.
Program the bcm
Yo I got same issue but my truck will turn on but die when I’m driving then it drains battery
Have the same problem on my 2007 Chevy Silverado 1500LT. Had the truck sitting for a week without being started and the battery was completely drained when I attempted to start it. Didn't see any dome lights on or anything else on that may have killed the battery. Also, it's a brand new AC Delco battery, so it's definitely not a charging issue or the alternator as the battery does charge when the engine us running. Had to boost the battery with jumper cables connected to my 2021 Dodge Charger to get enough current into the Silverado to turn the engine over. I just ordered some alligator clip probes for my digital multimeter and will be pulling fuses this coming weekend to see which circuit is the culprit.
Interesting colour combination. Red with blue interior, first one I've ever seen
My truck battery drains often i checked my alternator, starter, and battery and all work fine. I bought my battery 4 months ago i believe it might be an electrical issue
Hope this video can guide you to your issue
What is the wire on the voltmeter that you are using
Hey man, hope you still see your comments on the video. I'm currently having the same issue except more severe. I have about 3.04 amps being drawn after letting my 2005 Suburban sit. I've figured out all the circuits that are pulling power. I have 9 circuits currently pulling power. Any chance something bigger like a bad ground could be causing this issue? I've been fighting it for months now trying to find an answer without having to take it to a mechanic or dealership. ANY help would be appreciated
Were you able to ever find a solution?
@@mrt094 haven’t to this day. Ended up putting a battery cutoff switch inside the truck
@@IAintImFat Did you try replacing the ground cables I know you said you suspected that might be the issue?
Was that a jumper wire someone soldered in to mod the BCM or was it just a piece of debris that fell in there?
Debris
Do you do any work on Chrysler 200s? I believe I have a coolant leak and also need gasket pan replaced. I noticed in other comments you live in Houston and would love to leave my car with you if you are taking cars at the moment! Great videos man!
Tony Rhodes yes. I’m in the Pasadena area. We can set up an appointment so you can drop it off
@@OzMechanics for sure!
Which Alligator Clamp wires are those?
Good video man having a battery problem with my 03 Chevy stepside but the battery’ is 3 years old soo hopefully it’s just the battery of not 😅
A diagram a is strong tool🔥
Nicely done. Mr Oz.
Good fix! Thanks for the video!
Thanks for watching
My anti theft light came on couple days ago, have been trying to reset it but my battery dies when I do. Now Everytime I try to come to reset it I barely have any battery . Could this be a partial reason?
Hey so i changed my starter on my 2008 silverado and once i am reconnecting the battery its causing the truck to turn on by itself(wont turn on all the way though) what could this be?
Does the BCM need to be programmed or is just a plug&play per p/n?
Programmed
@@OzMechanics can you buy the bcm programmed or did you have to take the truck to the dealer to be programmed?
Thank You
If you have an interface you can program by buying the gm software. But if not, you would have to take it to the dealership
Nice work and I clearly understood your video.
Great video I've got the drains 😂I'll try that BCM
Do you think mine might be the bcm does it control fuel pump or what would signs of it going bad
If fuel pump is acting up , 99% of the time it is a fuel pump with any Chevy truck, or plugged fuel filter
I have those same floormats in my van.
How do you set up the multimeter?
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I wants a set of those cables!!! 😂
This video is gold 💯
I change the bcm but i keeps on draining the battery what else can it be
Good Video, I subbed. 2006 GMC Sierra owner and small UA-camr. I have the small issue
Nice 👍 great job Oz
I have a 2014 Chrysler 200 my car secondary horn beeps also it cuts off randomly could it be the fuses?
*randomly
Thanks, I’m going to try this right now,
Hi. So I disconnected the negative battery post and the negative cable. Now, when i touch one electrode of my multimeter to the negative battery post and one electrode of my multimeter to the negative cable the reading it shows me is O.04 A. Is this ok? Or is it a parastic draw? Because whenever i check my battery voltage in the mornings it shows me 11.94 V.
Anything under 50mA (0.05A) is not a parasitic draw. Anything over that definitely is.
Where did you purchase the BCM?
Dealership
It's hard to tell, but it looks like those solder pads connect to the capacitor on the other side. Electrtrolytic capacitors tend to fail after 15 to 20 years, so i would replace those two electrolytic capacitors.
how did you program bcm???you missed a very big step
Bro I’m stuck and my truck is done
He got a new one, and had it programmed for that vehicle
@@bryanadams8638 and that is a very big important step that he conveniently forgot even to mention....$$$$$
Say the module is expensive. what can you do to isolate whether the problem is the module or a load connected to the module? would powering the module with all its ground and powers on bench tester show the draw?
Isolate any input that might wake it up
Why am I reading battery voltage can’t test cause it reads same has battery . Looking for a ground but key off
Good video, thanks for sharing
Oz, great video but what did you set your meter to?
10 amp scale
hopefully you are still responding to questions... I have an 06 Escalade that kills the battery after a few days, sometimes in just one day.. I checked the draw and come up with a .058 draw.. is this enough to kill the battery so quickly? Or is this ok? If it's not a bad draw I suspect it could the alternator diodes...
Nope. A .058 draw would last’s weeks. If it was .580 that would be a few days
@@OzMechanics Thank you for the quick response. guess I need to test the alternator diodes..
Great video, Thanks for posting!
Why the dashboard teared apart?
Silver linings on the video I explained it
Ese oz I have a 2018 GMC Sierra drain the overnight
What's up bro? I have a 2005 silvero just replaced battery with optima red top so getting good readings. How do I start checking the fuses . A little confused on how to hook the alligator clips up. And once hood ul start pulling 1 fuse at a time and look for the drop? Thanks
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Check this out
Very informative and great video.
Damm boss how i wish you were in CA . I have an 04 silverado that my battery drains over night
I got a similar problem in my 03 suburban
Great vid..thanks
Thanks for watching billg
Dang parasites! They just needed an injection from Dr. Oz😁
Lol
i did this and have a 0.02 draw . i ran the truck for about a hour . let it set for about 200 min did the test . still shows 0.02 . when i take the cable off i do hear like a clicking noise under the dash . pullled ever fuse still hear the clicking . pull every relay . same thing . so i pull the fuse on the radio an cigar lighters an see if the battery die's . i i will add the truck has no horn .
A .02 is perfect. That is not a draw at all. When you open the door does the numbers go up on the meter ?
@@OzMechanics yea i had both doors open an nothing . the dome light doesn't work .
Where can i find that diagram for a 2004 chevy silverado
Alldata sells a diy service for your vehicle. Believe it’s like $20
@@OzMechanics appreciate it man ima do it today this video will be extremely helpful!
Good video bro thanks
My car has a problem where the battery light is on when the car is off and after sitting for about half an hour it won’t start.
Make sure you are turning the key all the way back until it clicks!!! That’s the issue on mines.. 😅 trust me the shift stick needs to lock along with the key so make sure you turn the key until it clicks or you see the shift stick move too
Were you able to pull the key out while the truck was on??? Mine is draining my battery and mechanic says I need a new key cylinder
Yea I was able too.. just make sure when turning it off that you pull the key all the way back and it pops in place if not it will drain it. But yea I will eventually also need the key cylinder thing