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Battery keeps going dead - 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD

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Test battery for dead cell, even new batteries are bad sometimes.if u don't have a load tester take to autoparts store they will check for u. with car running test voltage from alternator should be 13 or more volts . next test starter solenoid if stuck she will drain overnight.

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