Why does my battery keep draining

Asked by Monique Apr 10, 2018 at 03:10 PM about the 2004 Hyundai Elantra GLS Sedan FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My dash lights flicker, my car has no power to move. This is the 3rd time this
has happened. I have replaced the alternator twice and the battery 3 times in
the last 2 years. I have also replaced both my upper and lower o2 sensors. My
check engine light is on now again also. What else can it be, please help!
Thank You!

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Jorge answered 6 years ago

Have the check engine code scanned to see what it says and post it here to see we can help you.

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Monique answered 6 years ago

Will do that now, thank you. Also wondering if it could be the computer in my car. It was changed 2 years ago, but was used. Wondering if it may have a short.

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Jorge answered 6 years ago

Well, possible, but let's take the easiest and cheapest route first. Any auto parts store can read the code for you free.

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F_O_R answered 6 years ago

I think you have a parasitic battery drain. Do an internet search on how to find it as there are several good guides available.

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