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battery drain

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by Charliebrn, Sep 27, 2023.

  1. Sep 27, 2023 at 10:02 AM
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    Charliebrn

    Charliebrn [OP] New Member

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    I've been letting my 2017 Tundra Limited sit more than I used to since I picked up an old Avalon Hybrid to drive around. I've been having a battery drain issue...The first time it happened, I thought for sure it was a bad battery, so I replaced it with a new Interstate 27F. 6 months later, I go back to the truck after a month or so of it sitting, the battery was dead/dead. wouldn't even take a charge. I replaced it in warranty.

    Today I go out to start it after about 3 weeks of sitting and the battery is low enough to not start the truck. I was able to jump it and it is now charging.

    Is this normal? I've checked and double-checked and there was NOTHING left on, not even the lights or interiors. nadda.

    How fast have others gone low like this? Any suggestions? If I only let is sit for a week or two, seems to be fine....

    Thanks!
     
  2. Sep 27, 2023 at 10:08 AM
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    coTony

    coTony member since sept, 2017 and a BUNCH of messages

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    Do you have an alarm and/or dash cams wired for security? I have gone 4 weeks and no problem with battery starting.

    GL with tracking down the draw
     
  3. Sep 27, 2023 at 10:12 AM
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    Charliebrn

    Charliebrn [OP] New Member

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    Nothing extra. Even disconnected my hardwired bed lights and bumper light.
     

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