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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006MALIBU V6-3.9L VIN 1REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONSBATTERYPARASITIC DRAW
2006 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.9L VIN 1
Parasitic Draw
2006 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.9L VIN 1SECTION Parasitic Draw
- Inspect and record the current reading.
- Note the battery Reserve Capacity (Amp Hour rating). Refer to Battery Usage.
1. Divide the reserve capacity by 4 (Amp hour rating by 2.4).
2. Compare this to the multimeter milliamp reading taken in the previous step. The parasitic current drain should not exceed this number.
Example: If a battery has a reserve capacity of 100 minutes, (60 A/H) the current drain should not exceed 25 mA. Electrical Drain/Parasitic Load Test
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.