Drains Which Shut Off When the Battery Cable Is Disconnected

1. Repeat steps 1 through 6 of the ammeter drain testing. [1][2]Drain Test
2. Without starting engine, place the switch in the ON position for a moment and then switch OFF. If applicable, wait one minute for the illuminated entry lamps to turn off.
3. Connect the ammeter and read the current.

Test Conclusion
The current reading (current drain) should be less than 0.05 amp. If it exceeds 0.05 amp after a few minutes, and if this drain did not show in previous tests, the drain is most likely caused by a malfunctioning electronic component. As in previous tests, remove the fuses in the central junction box one at a time to locate the problem circuit.