Fake dead battery
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Fake dead battery
I have an 08 Trailblazer, V6 Vortech. Bought used in 2010, Wife called & said she had a dead battery, jump started it, and had alternator and battery checked. Both checked out fine, runs at about 14 volt read out. Started slower this morning, like the battery suffered a drain over night. Any thoughts????
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I'm sorry to hear of the trouble with the battery on your Trailblazer. Could you please PM me the VIN number of the vehicle, I would like to look into this issue further for you.
I look forward to your reply.
Louis
GM Customer Service
I'm sorry to hear of the trouble with the battery on your Trailblazer. Could you please PM me the VIN number of the vehicle, I would like to look into this issue further for you.
I look forward to your reply.
Louis
GM Customer Service
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Either is has corroded cable bolts or who ever tested the battery and alternator did not have a reliable tester. You must remove the cables from the battery to check the bolts.
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I will check on the vin #, not with me right now however, the jump start was instantanious. No wait time, all lights & guages worked, started fine 4 hours earlier, then just intermintant clicking or nothing at all. hooked the battery up to a tender and instant start up. It sat overnight, started right up in the morning, no problem. This just happened suddenly, and at random.
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