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Old Mar 11, 2009 | 07:43 PM
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Thumbs down Fiat bravo flat batt !

Just bought a fiat bravo battery keeps going flat apparently its had new alternater ect. Going to do a few tests on it at the weekend but just wondering if theres any common faults? Its a R-REG AUTO 5 DR
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Old Mar 12, 2009 | 01:25 AM
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could just be something draining power like an interior light etc thats sticking on, can also try putting a bulb or test lamp from batt earth to chassis if it lights up you got a bad earth. happy hunting!





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Old Mar 12, 2009 | 08:17 AM
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JUst disconnect the battery lead(either one) put a bulb between it and the battery post, with all electrics off it should have no more than a dim glimmer, this will show you current is flowing.
A fave often overlooked component is the alternator, disconnect this overnight to eliminate it, could also be a shagged battery, disconnect this after charging and see if it holds charge.
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