D. Static Current Draw Test

This test should be performed if you suspect excessive current draw from the battery.

1. Make sure that all warning lamps are off, all doors are fully closed and that the ignition key is turned "OFF" and the key is removed from the ignition.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

NOTE:
When the battery is disconnected, any Diagnostic Codes (DTC) stored in the engine control and transaxle control modules (ECM & TCM) will be lost. In addition the clock and radio will have to be reset.





3. Connect the ammeter in series between the negative battery terminal and the negative battery cable.

4. The ammeter will measure the static current draw

5. If the static current draw is above 25mA, isolate and repair the cause of the current draw