I have an Acura Tl 2007, If i don't drive it all day or i am at work and when i get off, it won't start. However as soon as i jump it not even for a sec it will start up. I don't know a lot about cars but i'm sure it's not the alternator, but don't hammer me if im wrong. If it is not, could there be something draining the battery? The battery isn't that old. Also i don't have navigation. Please help if you have had the same problem.

Thanks!

 

could be hands free link draining the battery (somewhat common issue). what does the car do when you try to crank it over? is this a daily occurence? how old is the battery exactly? do the light flicker when you try to start it and it doesn't turn over, or you turn the key and nothing happens?

if you have an OEM battery....well those things don't last long 3-4 yrs...occasionally 5 yrs. they have been very well known to die in 9 mos too.

add details to when you try and start your car....it will help the rest of us help you figure it out.

OR...just have the battery tested and see if it's bad (free at your local auto store).

 

Yes it is a daily occurence if i dont start the car up for the whole day. when i bought the car the batter that came with it was no good and had it replaced, The current battery i have in the car is a year and half old. When i try to start the car it does trun over and click, and yes the lights also flicker.

 

get the battery checked. if it's ok, and it's a daily thing...most likely your HFL module is draining your battery. there is a TSB out for this issue. take it to the dealer. you can either find a way to disconnect the HFL (find it and disconnect it) or just take it to the dealer or both.

 

Thanks a lot