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GENERAL STUFF => GENERAL DISCUSSIONS => Car Related (any make, any model) => Topic started by: Aye30 on October 04, 2019, 10:34:48

Title: Battery drain question
Post by: Aye30 on October 04, 2019, 10:34:48

Hi Everyone,  Just a quick question about battery drain. How long would a faulty electronic power steering motor, that is not  switching off with the ignition, take to flatten the battery? I've heard of some issues with the i20 pb with similar symptoms resulting in flat batteries.  Just a thought.

Title: Re: Battery drain question
Post by: The Gonz on October 04, 2019, 11:11:56

I would imagine the torque required from power assist would be mildly hungry, probably worse that leaving interior lights on.

Title: Re: Battery drain question
Post by: nzenigma on October 04, 2019, 23:43:21

Depends upon quality, age and size of battery.

Rough guess 5-7 days if its a good battery.

Irrespective of that amazing Facebook wisdom,  :rolleyes: the i30 power steering also stays on and drains the battery especially if SAS is not centered.
Indication= With ignition off, the steering will still feel light to turn.
Interim remedy= briefly disconnect and reconnect battery each time you stop driving.