BIG spark connecting battery
#1
BIG spark connecting battery
When connecting a new battery today on our 997 there was a STRONG spark at the neg terminal which I did not think was normal. We have been having discharge problems with the old battery which wouldn't hold a charge (only abt 3+ years old). At one point I was able to measure an 86 mA draw btwn the disconnected negative clamp and the battery post, but then the aligator clip slipped off and I lost it and my PCM settings before I could begin sequentially pulling fuses from the box to try and find the offending circuit. I was not able to recreate the mysterious drain. Any suggestions/advise greatly appreciated. THANK YOU!
#2
Rennlist Member
That's less than 1 watt the bulb in the frunk should be about 10w. 86ma is not a lot and once car sleeps it should be less.
Spark wasn't big if you're still standing :-)
Spark wasn't big if you're still standing :-)
#3
^^^ agree, current draw is likely, something on like door open and interior light plus frunk light etc.
Unless you left the ignition in the on position or you have a start solenoid problem all should be good.
Unless you left the ignition in the on position or you have a start solenoid problem all should be good.