Parasitic Draw

2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic 3500 4WD V8-6.0LSECTION Parasitic Draw


* Take the reading in milli-amps.
* Note the battery reserve capacity. Refer to Battery Usage (HP2) Battery Usage (Non HP2). Battery Usage (Non HP2)

1. Divide this number by 4.
2. Compare this to the multimeter reading.
3. The current drain should not exceed this number.

Example: If a battery has a reserve capacity of 100 minutes, the current drain should not exceed 25 milli-amps.
RENDER: 1.0x

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