Why does my new battery lose a charge while I'm driving?
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Asked by DJPetersen Dec 10, 2016 at 01:25 PM about the 2003 GMC Yukon 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My 03 GMC Yukon is losing a battery charge while I'm driving. I have a new battery and the alternator was tested as good. When I'm idling or I take my foot off the gas, the battery gauge starts to fall and then it stalls. Any ideas of what this could be?

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F_O_R answered 7 years ago

If the belt is slipping then the alternator will not charge properly. Check all your battery and electrical connections and make sure they are clean and tight.

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DJPetersen answered 7 years ago

We fixed the problem by cleaning the throttle body. It runs great now.

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