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Battery being drained
The battery on my Renault Megane is being drained, and mechanics confirmed that there were no faults with the car or battery. Could the problem be due to the radio, should it still be lit when I take the keys out of the ignition?
Asked on 14 October 2011 by stoph
Answered by
Honest John
Yes. Always switch off the radio before you switch off the ignition.
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