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Re: 2001 GTP Unknown Battery Discharge

Current is drawn even with ignition off even after retained accessory power (RAP) kicks in. Maybe around 12-15 mA or so. Several electrical components like the BCM and PCM modules could cause the excessive parasitic draw. It should not exceed around 50 mA of current. Also, it depends on the reserve capacity rating of the battery. You can test for parasitic draw with a digital multimeter and reading off the battery negative cable.



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