Battery drained, cannot open the door but there is a clicking sound?

2002 LEXUS IS 200
110,000 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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KWOKMAN
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I drove the car 3 days ago on the highway and then parked it at home. Today, I can't even open the door with the key fob on me. The alarm inside is still flashing, but the battery isn't enough to sense the key fob or open the door. However, I hear a clicking sound coming from under the hood. What's making that noise? Car is not running and I'm not trying to start it. I also noticed that the rear signal lights were blinking. I checked that the hazard button was not depressed and that only the rear lights were blinking. No other lights were on or blinking.
Dec 20, 2023 at 3:16 PM
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KWOKMAN
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I also noticed that the rear signal lights were blinking. I checked that the hazard button was not depressed and that only the rear lights were blinking. No other lights were on or blinking.
Dec 20, 2023 at 6:19 PM
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It sounds like the battery is low on charge and is bad. I would follow this guide below and if the battery fails the test replace it:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test

Here is a guide to help walk you through the replacement and instructions below for your car:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-car-battery

Please go over these guides and get back to us.

Dec 21, 2023 at 5:02 PM
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