1999 Vauxhall Vectra battery problems

1999 VAUXHALL VECTRA
107,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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CHRISTINACLARKE
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hi my vectra has a earth fault which drains my battery when the car is not running which is a big problem as i have 2 disconnect the battery everytime i stop or it drains completely flat could u plz advise me where 2 locate the problem or give me some advice as i cant afford 2 take it 2 a garage any advice will be really appreciated i will be making a donation 4 your time as soon as i get paid thanx
Jan 18, 2010 at 4:48 PM
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DAVE H
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start by checking all ground/earth wires from battery to chassis and engine are in good condition and well connected
Jan 19, 2010 at 4:25 AM
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CHRISTINACLARKE
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could it be a relay switch by any chance
Jan 19, 2010 at 10:40 AM
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DAVE H
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could be a relay jammed open ?
Jan 20, 2010 at 2:58 AM
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CHRISTINACLARKE
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do u no anyway i could check this plz thanx
Jan 21, 2010 at 1:40 PM
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CHRISTINACLARKE
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it was actually the radio as the wires are the wrong way round 4 anthing other than a standard vectra radio.
Jan 22, 2010 at 1:08 PM