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Drains Which Shut Off W/Battery Cable Disconnected

1. Repeat Steps 1 through 3 of the Drain Testing. [1][2]Drain Test
2. Without starting engine, turn ignition switch to RUN for a moment and then OFF. If applicable, wait one minute for the illuminated entry lamps to turn off.
3. Connect ammeter and read amperage. 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 fuses and disconnect starter relay leads one at a time to locate the problem circuit.