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My '95 Nissan Maxima (new battery w/in 2 weeks) is not starting because of a "battery drain" problem. Where shoulsd I start looking? Alternator and starter / starter soleniod are good. Thanks

Submitted: 128 days and 23 hours ago.
Category: Nissan
Value: $15
Status: CLOSED
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Optional Information

Year: 1995
Make: Nissan
Model: Maxima
Engine: 3.2 Litre?

Already Tried:
Jump starting and battery replacement. Have had alternator & starter checked. They are good. Last battery I bought was a Series 35, but I think the car needs a Series 24 or 27.

Accepted Answer

Greetings,

You need to get a multi function meter, disconnect the battery. Make sure all accessories are off. Set the meter on milli amps and connect the meter between the positive cable and the battery positive post. There should be no more than 40 milli amps drawing. Most meters have a 20 amp fuse to protect the circuits if you forget and put something on or open a door. Start pulling fuses and when the draw drops you found the circuit. I would start at the cigarette lighter or dome light fuses, they are the most common. With no meter you could do the same but risk a dead battery if you miss.

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Key-Off current drain should be less than 50 mA after 1 hour.

 

good luck

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Expert: ironmike
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Accepts: 63
Answered: 11/9/2009

ASE Master Technician & T2 diesel

28 years experience foreign and domestic

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