1. Parasitic Draw: A parasitic draw is a small amount of electrical current that is drawn from the battery even when the car is turned off. This can be caused by a number of things, such as:
* Faulty wiring
* A bad alternator
* A faulty ignition switch
* A faulty radio
* A faulty clock
* A faulty trunk light
* A faulty dome light
2. Battery Age: Batteries typically last for around 3-5 years. If your 98 Chrysler battery is older than this, it may be time for a replacement.
3. Extreme Temperatures: Cold weather can cause batteries to lose their charge more quickly. If you live in a cold climate, you may need to charge your battery more frequently during the winter months.
4. Alternator Problems: The alternator is responsible for charging the battery. If the alternator is not working properly, it may not be able to charge the battery sufficiently, which can lead to a dead battery.
5. Battery Cables: The battery cables connect the battery to the starter and the alternator. If the battery cables are loose or corroded, they may not be able to conduct electricity properly, which can lead to a dead battery.
To find out what is draining your battery, you can use a multimeter to measure the current draw. Disconnect the negative battery cable and connect the multimeter in series with the battery. Set the multimeter to read DC amps and turn off all the lights and accessories in the car. If the multimeter reads more than 50 mA, there is a parasitic draw.
You can then start pulling fuses one by one until the parasitic draw stops. The fuse that stops the parasitic draw is the one that is connected to the circuit that is draining the battery.
Once you have found the circuit that is draining the battery, you can repair or replace the faulty component.
