3 weeks is long.

Others like mine die with just a week sitting. My wifes 08 doesn't have a problem.

 

being that its cold as fuck outside doesnt help

 

:iamwithstupid:

 

Really don't think its the weather. Look where I live.

DoWork started a thread on this.

 

yea, i was reading his thread about this also.

 

This is a chronic issue with the SS and yes DOwork (member on here has info). I actually took my SS into dealership the other day to figure whats going on and will have feedback within a few days I'm guessing. An Optima wont help you as i went this route and it still does same stuff. I actually just changed to Optima because my STOCK BATTERY FINALLY TOOK A DUMP. I do have a high-end Alarm that lights up interior like a gay disco bar when its armed, but at same time i rarely drive my ss so i dont know whats going on. Theres a bulletin you can tell SERVICE tech about, but other than that i dont know what to tell you. Ive heard anything from replacing OnSTAR unit to taking out fuse for rear hatch. I will find out soon and i will tell you what they feel my issue is.

 

please keep me informed on your situation. i don't have an aftermarket alarm, but i've but in the JL stealthbox with 500w amp, also i just put in a power inverter but it's not turned on. i've also got an ipod adaptor, pac Gm adaptor to turn stock navi into monitor and i just installed a DVD player for the front. not sure if all this is causing it or not. i've already done the Big 3 upgrade from PCM. i just switched up for a red top Optima, i'll be putting that in tomorrow. hope it's not a huge problem.

 

How many people with 1SSs have this problem? the 3SS has so many bells and whistles, it would be a crap shoot to figure out which are keeping their batteries' sphincter open.
The only whistle my '07 1SS has is when I provide it, myself and I have yet to have mine fail to start in 45,000 miles.

 

I've seen the battery run down issue on other GM vehicles that have an aftermarket electronic device (of any kind) installed. On these vehicles, normally all the control modules on the car/suv go into a sleep mode so many minutes after shutting the vehicle off. This happened to prevent excessive battery draw. The problem ended up being that this electronic device (remote start, stereo stuff...) wired into the vehicle would not let the modules go to sleep, never really let them think the car was turned off. This didn't happen on any TBSS's that I saw, but I wouldn't rule it out. The vehicles it did happen to were a bit more modern, like an 07-08 Tahoes and an 06 Impala SS, so it may not apply to the TBSS anyway. Just something I've seen.

 

the amp that i installed is a Rockford punch amp and has a seperate knob for bass boost. the red light on the knob does shut off after a couple of minutes so i'm pretty sure, or atleast hoping the car does go into sleep mode.

 

Mine did this with stock deck in.

Aftermarket parts but nothing aftermarket electronically.

 

Its the VCI hanging up and causing onstar to stay powered.....



BTW JJ, sorry, I forgot to send you that email

 

is the email concerning the VCI hanging up and causing the drainage? if so, can you email me a copy also just incase i need to bring the truck into the dealership incause the optima doesn't help. i'm gonna try to atleast drive the truck once a week from now on. it usually sits there for 2-3 weeks at a time also. i work everyday so i'm constantly driving my Accord to work. 7 days a week is rough.

 

My 08 would not crank after sitting for 2-3 weeks in the garage. Still cold inside garage, but now have a battery tender and it cranks great now.

 

What one do you have? I'm going to have to get something like this. I'm on the road 21 straight days a month. I need to get one before i kill my battery for good.

 

I hope the dealership doesnt call me n say its my aftermarket alarm because ive had it since 07 and only recent in last 2-3 months have i noticed battery drainage.

DoWORK, i WILL MAKE SURE DEALER HEARS THIS BUT I'm sure they just pull up bulletins and rule everything out !!!! Send it over though please.....

 

PM me your email JJ....I have to find this thing again and scan it

edit: gonna have to go get another copy tomorrow. Stay tuned

 

Kyle got the "Battery Tender" model with the quick disconnect and cigarette lighter plug also. The cigarette plug does not charge as strong as the other plug under hood but works freakin great. Plug under hood has cover to keep out whatever while driving. Paid 120.00 from autogeek.net they had it cheaper than direct from the manufacturer, go figure. The underhood plug is 5amps and the cigarette is 2.5 or 3 I think.

 

I have one.

Just don't like to keep taking it on and off just to drive.

 

Really not bad also the cigarette plug is even faster, no need to open or close hood. And if anyone interested autogeek.net has them on sale. Few different models. And no I am not affiliated with them just got it cheaper from them then direct and shipping was fast too. lol!

 

Just went to start my truck and she's deader than dead. It sat for 1 week, I drove it on a really short trip. Prob 5 miles RT, sat another week and now it's toast. No lights, buzzers, remote entry, nothing! It's like there is no battery in the truck!

Anyone have any idea why my key is now stuck in the ignition? I cannot get it out?!? Also, I cannot shift into neutral, being AWD how would a tow truck be able to tow me to the dealer if I can't shift into neutral?

Lasty, why is the battery locked under that stupid bar / cage? I have no electrical access in my car port and wanted to take it inside to hit it with the charger.

 

1: key stays stuck when battery is dead

2: they will use dolly's under the opposite wheels they lift

3: that bar and cover is shit, I use an optima with a billet hold down. no bar, no cover

 

undo yur battery cables and then reconnect then u should be able to turn ignition.

Take your ss in and have them do a parasitic drain and leave it with them for 48 hrs and let them decide what they find.

 

Will do! I take it that it's comoon for the key to get stuck in the ignition when the battery is dead? Will this also allow me to access neutral? Why does the key get stuck? :wtf:

 

something like this would work well if you park it outside during the day:

This particular model does not come with a cigarette adapter (mine does)...

Sunforce 50022 5-Watt Solar Battery Trickle Charger

Price: $54.65 & this item ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping

Product Features:
5-watt solar charger plugs into your vehicle's 12-volt lighter socket
Works with automobile, all terrain vehicle (ATV), personal water craft (PWC), and boat batteries
Made of durable ABS plastic and amorphous solar cells
Includes alligator clips for direct connection to a battery
Measures 14 x 0.75 x 13 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 4 pounds

 

Thats still just a band aid fix IMO. This shit should NOT be happening. I am sure many would rather spend their hard earned money on things other than fixing GM's mistakes.

 

maybe these guys know.....

 

key getting stuck is common when you have a dead battery, gto's do it, corvettes do it, and our trucks do it...

 

Will this one not work for what i need? My SS sits for 3 weeks straight every month. I just need something i can slap on while she sleeps.

http://batterytender.com/automotive/battery-tender-plus-12v-at-1-25a.html

 

Thanks for the help guys! I'll keep you posted with what they have to say.

 

Ssnowflake, I was gonna get that model but figured the one I got will work better. I like that it has a stronger charging capacity. I also let the truck sit 3-4 weeks during winter and it works great. It took about 16 hours to charge the first time and maintains it even if voltage drops it kicks in. After driving and hooking it back up takes 2-3 hours and full charge again. I used to take it out for short drives during winter but was not enough for the alt. to charge. If you start with a fully charged battery I think the model you are looking at should work fine.