Auto electrician - south dublin

colm_c

The battery in my car (Fiat Stilo) keeps draining, and is almost flat after 5-6 days when not in use (I don't use my car Mon-Fri).

Got a new battery and it was ok for the first few weeks, but it's now it's back to the previous state, so I think there might be something draining it, but I've no idea what.

Anyone recommend a good auto electrician that would be able to diagnose and fix the issue? Ideally south dublin.

cormie

http://www.adverts.ie/services/auto-electrician-with-own-tools-for-call-out/170688

I've used thxireland a few times now and he's a nice chap and knows what he's doing. He's in Blanchardstown but can drive. I haven't spoken to him in a while so not sure what he's up to these days but maybe pop him a PM to see if he's available

mmarks

If you have a multimeter, it is fairly simple to check for yourself what the problem is (and a multimeter can be picked up for less than 10 euro).

Firstly, ensure the battery is fully charged then set the meter to measure current and disconnect the battery earth lead. connect the meter between the battery cable (now disconnected) and the bettery -ve terminal.

See what the reading is.

Now disconnect each fuse one at a time (and replace afterwards) and look at the meter reading. When the number drops, make a note of the fuse number.

When you have done all fuses, look at which fuse caused the meter reading to drop the most, that circuit is the culprit for your battery drain.

your owners handbook (or an internet search) will highlight which circuits are the most likely.

Common circuits are interior/boot lights, stereo and alarm.

Anan1

Hamiltons are good (and cheap), just off Camden St.

colm_c

I have a multi-meter, I might give it a go to see where the draw is, I have a feeling that it's the stereo or the nokia handsfree kit that was installed when I bought the car.

shamwari

If the radio can come on with the ignition off, and it has bluetooth in it then that could be your problem. Other causes are light on in the booth, rectifiers in the alternator, and in one other bizzare case, a faulty throttle body.