bahamasbroker

So I set my multi meter in series and checked for a parasitic drain that’s coming from the under the hood fuse box #14 fuse(10 amps) marked “hazard”.Taking to the mechanic Monday. But is that for the Hazard lights or does anyone know what systems it controls. Thanks

Can ya tell I’m a newbie mechanic trying to diy? Lol

dtownfb

From what i can find, it does control the hazard lights. I would do a basic check to make sure your hazard lights and turn signals work properly.

Do you have an aftermarket alarm system?

fcostantini

Attached is the power distribution diagram for your car. See page 1. That 10 amp fuse #14 powers the hazard lights, but also powers the MICU. Removing the fuse and then doing a series measurement may give you a false reading, as the MICU may power up active when the power is first applied to it, making it look like it is drawing excess current. The best way to hunt for parasitic draw is to open the hood, and wait 30+ minutes after you turned the car off to make sure all the electronics have gone to sleep. Don't open any doors or anything, or else that might trip the units to turn on again. Then measure the voltage across all the fuses. The voltages you measure should normally be zero or only a few microvolts. If something is staying powered on, you will get a higher reading.

Search Youtube for "south main auto parasitic draw" for examples on how to find the culprit.

Good luck.

Acura2615

Try the looking at the IG Main fuse. That’s where my drain was coming from. I have an Acura TL 4th gen.