bellabroonzy
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A most puzzling problem.
1.2 2005 Doblo. Currently having to drive it with a spare and fully charged battery. Battery in use will last for a few days, then will not start the vehicle. Once battery is changed vehicle will start. Summary of our actions/findings to date :
Any ideas?
Thanks!
1.2 2005 Doblo. Currently having to drive it with a spare and fully charged battery. Battery in use will last for a few days, then will not start the vehicle. Once battery is changed vehicle will start. Summary of our actions/findings to date :
- All earth leads checked and are OK
- Alternator removed and tested by auto electrican - no problems at all
- New battery purchased from Fiat main dealer - still same problem
- Voltmeter shows 13.5V when engine running
- When battery does not turn over the starter, the lights still seem bright and the blower and wipers work fine without slowing down.
- We have removed fuses for radio and interior lights in case of a drain on the battery
- We have noticed that when vehicle doesn't turn over, turning the headlights on will sometimes spark it into life!
Any ideas?
Thanks!