2 x 12s in the trunk w/ a 1200watt amp.....
the radio doesnt turn off all the way and i think its draining my battery...now i unplug my radio and the interior lights(just the ones on the automatic window buttons) wont turn off and my battery is dead again....How can i Fix this problem? thanks
2006-07-16 17:53:04 · 11 answers · asked by blackjesu5 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
check your alternator and voltage regulator
2006-07-16 17:56:20 · answer #1 · answered by skyhigh 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What they have in Amazon is the disconnect switch that fits on the battery post and maybe you will have to open the hood and switch off the battery and it always drain the battery even after turn off the engine and park over-night. The car computer is old by the maker and the bios CMOS memory PROM chip in the electronic assembly is set up automatic every time when connect the battery. And the trouble code will be erased but the battery is always live 24 hours to hold the memory of codes. The code will come back after drive for few hours only if there is bad sensor.
2013-11-30 15:13:02 · answer #2 · answered by Emily 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well a 96 Ford Taurus was not made to handle anything other than factory installed equipment for the electrical equipment. So I would recommend buying 2 new batteries considering you have probablly drain the life out of the one you have for the car the second is for you speaker and amp system that you have that way you wont have any worries as is your car gonna start or not.
2006-07-16 18:01:21 · answer #3 · answered by ejholle1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NanChiat has it right the others are stupid and just wants some points. If everything is not turned off your battery is going to die has nothing to do with alternator at this point. Shorts in electrical systems are hard to find you will need to take it to a mechanic.
2006-07-16 18:10:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its your alternator most likely. I'd look at upgrading the battery to an optima red top, and upgrading the alternator to a high output model to ensure your system gets all the required power. Also, check all your grounds to be sure everything is making a solid connection.
2006-07-16 18:01:32 · answer #5 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if the radio is on obviously it will drain the battery.if you needed to check for a short just disconect the battery and make the connection through a test light if the test light lights up there is a short or current drain.
2006-07-16 19:12:04 · answer #6 · answered by tootsie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a new battery, they cost anywhere from $50 to $100. Worth the money. Autozone will install it for free.
2006-07-16 17:56:37 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you just need a new battery. Who puts a system in a Taurus anyways?? haha
2006-07-16 17:56:59 · answer #8 · answered by In God's Hands 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if youre running a high voltage sound system in your car with the stock alternator then you probably fried it and its not charging your battery like it should anymore. it could also be that your battery is just old and wont stay up like it should.
2006-07-16 17:58:43 · answer #9 · answered by Shooter 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a Taurus several years ago, same probs. You have some wires crossed, literally. You'll have to take it in unless you know how to track down a short...good luck.
2006-07-16 17:57:17 · answer #10 · answered by NanChiat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need a big alternator, at leest 100 amps,and clean the post very good , that looks like the problem to me
2006-07-16 18:02:57 · answer #11 · answered by capirato 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋