When does the battery drain on a 2007 Chevy Tahoe?

Anyone else have insight? My 2007 Tahoe has drained the battery twice when sitting with the engine off, key in accessory position and the DVD playing. The first time was after 30-40 minutes. Today it happened at a drive in restaurant after no more than 15 minutes. The tow truck driver told me he had the exact same call the day before.

Why does my car battery keep dying after I Turn Off the engine?

That means if anything is left on after the engine is shut off, the battery will almost certainly die. Leaving the headlights on can kill a weak battery in the amount of time it takes you run a short errand like shopping for groceries, but even a small interior dome light can drain a battery dead overnight.

Why does my 2007 Chevy Silverado not start?

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What causes a car battery to drain while driving?

Even small drains, like the memory function in your car radio, may kill a very weak battery. Corroded or loose battery connections. Corroded battery connections can prevent the charging system from topping off your battery when you are driving. Loose battery connections can also cause problems.

When was the first time a Chevy Silverado battery went dead?

First time the battery was dead was four months after the new 2007 Silverado was purchased. The dealer replaced the battery. The second time a year and half later the battery was dead. The truck had to be pulled in and the dealer replaced the battery again.

How many times has my cell phone battery gone dead?

NOW THE FOURTH TIME, Sept 2011, THE BATTERY HAS GONE DEAD AGAIN AND I PUT IT ON A FIVE HOUR CHARGE AND IT HAS BEEN OK FOR TWO WEEKS. Waiting for it to happen again. US Veteran.

Why does my Chevy Tahoe have an electrical problem?

My Chevy Tahoe has an electrical problem something keeps on running the the battery energy out and I ant seem to find it out also, something keeps staying on that runs the battery energy out. helpful? helpful? Find the ABS fuse and pull it and see if the battery stays charged.

Why did my 2004 Chevy Tahoe battery die?

My ’04 Tahoe did the exact same thing, starting the first time I brought it home. The battery was so flat after 3-4 days of not being driven that it appeared to be totally disconnected. I suspected a computer problem because the OnStar status light would go red and, if I didn’t drive the truck regularly after that, the battery would die.

Why does my Chevy Tahoe stall while running?

There appears to be an electrical problem. Along with the battery drain, when the engine is running, if I stop the vehicle completely the engine will stall. At a Stop, I have to shift to Neutral and give a little additional fuel in order to keep it from stalling.

When does a car battery start to drain?

If the battery drains when the vehicle sits for three or four days, that’s a lower amp draw than one that drains the battery overnight. Discovering the source of an electrical draw is a process of elimination. First, check the easy stuff.

Is the battery on a Chevy Tahoe sidewall?

No battery should be designed with sidewall terminals. It’s just common sense – liquid leaks out of the cracks and poor seals at the sidewall terminal locations. There are a disproportionately large number of leaks and other problems from these Delco side terminal battery.

What does it mean when battery drain is slow?

A slow battery drain when everything is off is called a parasitic power loss. This happens when something – a glovebox light, an amplifier, any electrical component – is pulling power from the battery when it shouldn’t.

Is there a recall on my 07 Tahoe?

My 07 Tahoe is at the dealership right now and they are scratching their heads. They are fixing the Recall 06162 ECM item however. For anyone who has experienced this issue, does fixing this recall item resolve the problem?

What is the TSB number on a Chevy Tahoe?

Chevy has a TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) There is a software upgrade for the BCM (Body Control Module) that prevents battery rundown caused by the BCM staying awake and allowing the Navigation DVD, and other modules to run continuously. I believe that the TSB number is 06162.