ford mondeo - 1.8d - starting problem

Mar 07, 2006 2 Replies

having problem with starting !! - wont start off battery but will if towed/bumped. new battery fitted 5wks ago - if battery is disconnected overnight it will start first time - but if battery is left connected - wont start - something is draining battery power !! any ideas- garage are talking about a auto-electrician - sound too expensive....



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You can go to google groups and do a search on others with your problem, they have been discussed here, time to time.

Diagnosing this requires a basic electrical understanding. Find a friend or co-worker, if you're not up to working with a meter, and test light.

But first look for a light that burns despite it should be off. and Try disconnecting alternator power lead{s} overnight.

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