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Old 12-18-2011, 06:28 PM
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Originally Posted by jcnesq
It would be best to have a trickle charger, but for 3 weeks you'll probably be OK. You will need to open the door lock manually with the key when you get back.
Correct, and you will need to put the key in the ignition within about 30 or 60 seconds and turn to position #1 or full start, or else the alarm with activate.
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Old 12-18-2011, 06:34 PM
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I didnt know about this.. thanks for the info. I know now
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Old 12-18-2011, 06:37 PM
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I didnt know about this.. thanks for the info. I know now
The car goes into this "sleep mode" after about 5 days of inactivity. To get another 5 days, just hit your "lock" button on the key fob again on about day #4.
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Old 12-18-2011, 08:26 PM
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really eh, thanks, thats interesting


why does the car do this?
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Originally Posted by lopro
really eh, thanks, thats interesting


why does the car do this?
I think to save power/battery, eh.
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sounds like a good idea eh
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sounds like a good idea eh
eh!
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Old 12-18-2011, 08:47 PM
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yep
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If your car drains the battery sitting for three weeks, you may want to check your draw when the car is off and the can-bus goes to sleep.
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If you have time, pick up something like this maintainer - available at Walmar for $19 (based on my google search) and probably most local auto parts stores.
Schumacher Automotive SpeedCharge Battery Maintainer and Charger
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As long as there is no chance that it will rain on your car, you'll be fine.
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or that c tek thing might help.
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Originally Posted by winkingchef
As long as there is no chance that it will rain on your car, you'll be fine.
Might want to change the oil as well before it gets left there (what is the best oil to leave in it for the 3 weeks?)
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Guys...It's a friggin' CAR. Three weeks is nothing. You don't have to do a thing. It will be just fine. It will just be lonely, that's all.
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Originally Posted by Edgy01
Guys...It's a friggin' CAR. Three weeks is nothing. You don't have to do a thing. It will be just fine. It will just be lonely, that's all.
No oil change reqd??
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