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1996 F250 460 cid has new battery, cables and solenoid. If I let it sit for a week or so, the battery drains. Something is shorting or grounding somewhere I suspect. Anyone had similar problems and what was your solution? These electrical problems make me crazy! Your input will be appreciated.
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Pull your negative cable, and put a test light between the cable and the neg battery post. Then pull fuses one by one. When the light goes out you know which circuit to look closer at.
The most common problems are wiring for aftermarket add ons like radios or lights.
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Pull your negative cable, and put a test light between the cable and the neg battery post. Then pull fuses one by one. When the light goes out you know which circuit to look closer at.
Now THAT is a great tip. I hate chasing electrical problems, but now I can't wait to try this trick !
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Pull your negative cable, and put a test light between the cable and the neg battery post. Then pull fuses one by one. When the light goes out you know which circuit to look closer at.
The most common problems are wiring for aftermarket add ons like radios or lights.
Thanks BroncoJoe. I'll try this soon and see what I can figure out.
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