2019 Ram 1500 5th gen dead battery

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EagleEye

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Took my vehicle to dealer after the past two days having a dead battery in the morning. After a jump thr Vehicle restart after driving for 30 minutes, but if the truck sit for too long the vehicle won’t start. I also ran into after a Jump Start. The traction control message came up on the screen, and when I drove, it would not go any further than the first gear. After letting the truck run to charge the battery and restarted the error message would clear, and I could drive normally .
dealer, inspected the vehicle and had to jumpstart and tested the battery and the battery passed. Check the vehicle for a draw and a 14 and draw was present. Inspected the under hood power distribution center and the relays and connections are corroded from water intrusion. They’re recommending replacing the PDC and reevaluating the vehicle . Wanted to see if anyone has an opinion or thought on their possible diagnosis . Thanks
 

Mikeyram

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With amp draw that high someone should be able to isolate it. If nothing else pull fuses one at a time while the amp meter is in place. That’s my suggestion
 
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EagleEye

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No, I didn’t see the corrosion, i will go to dealer in the am
 
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Thank you Mikeyram, thats a great suggestion.
 
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