KLR

I've been searching through the archives tonight and have seen a few different answers to this question. Clark's says up to 0.060 amps, Iceshark (RIP, buddy) says ~0.050 amps, and several people seem to report 0.008 to 0.030 amps.

My '87 951 with stock everything (including the radio) and no alarm (factory or aftermarket) draws 0.050 amps. It's been this way for the 8 years I've owned it. It can usually sit for 2 weeks and start with no trouble. 3 weeks is pushing it to the limit.

Is this normal, or should I able to do better with some trouble shooting?

max_boost951

'86 951 draw was .0325 amps.......sat for 4 months started no problem. Working in the car field i like to see less than .040 amps

John_AZ

Clarks says 65mA (.065A) is the MAX discharge rate. This number is too high.

The test should be done with the car doors closed or the reading will be off due to the interior lights and door buzzer.

On both of my 924Ss, I get about 9mA current draw. Clock and radio presets.

marky522

40ma is what i use working at the dealer...

Mark

Eric_Oz_S2

An interesting phenomenon with these cars is that if the hood is open (car unlocked) the current draw jumps dramatically. Perhaps something to do with the alarm circuit?

Toran

Is less than .040 amps still possible with aftermarket stereo/amps/security system/gps?

T.I.A.