Performing a Closed Current Measurement: Notes

Check and test the battery. If necessary, recharge or replace the battery.
If the battery is installed in the trunk, open the trunk and turn the lock to the locked position using a screwdriver or similar (simulates the trunk lid being closed). The hood must be closed.
If the battery is installed in the engine compartment, open the hood and disconnect the passenger's side hood latch microswitch wiring (workshop position, simulates the front lid being closed). The trunk must be closed.
With the exception of the trunk / hood above, all other doors / lids must be closed.
In order to simulate normal closed-circuit conditions:
- Turn ignition on and activate all electrical consumers, including any accessories.
- Turn ignition off. In some cases a drive cycle may need to be carried out in order to duplicate a closed circuit current problem.
- Open and close the driver's door (simulates somebody getting out).
- Lock the car, arming DWA if this is installed.
In general, closed-circuit current consistently over 50 mA must be investigated.