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Davidsfarm · 02-05-2013, 11:15

I am curious about this now. my local ford dealer told me that why the battery drains on the fords is because of the ford solenoid on the starter . now the other dealer said it was the theft system, im confused. again!

**CatSkinner** · 02-05-2013, 11:48

I've been driving the E series for many years now, I'm presently in an 11 that does drain the battery, but we've narrowed it down to aftermarket additions. Never had a problem with a Ford starting in the cold. Had Chevys give me grief in the cold, but never a Ford. Call me cynical, but I'd question the dealership over the truck, unless you know their reliability.

Davidsfarm · 02-05-2013, 11:51

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Originally Posted by CatSkinner

I've been driving the E series for many years now, I'm presently in an 11 that does drain the battery, but we've narrowed it down to aftermarket additions. Never had a problem with a Ford starting in the cold. Had Chevys give me grief in the cold, but never a Ford. Call me cynical, but I'd question the dealership over the truck, unless you know their reliability.

Yeah i know. ill have to look into it myself. i think it's something simple. im just not seeing it, thanks

**Bajarider** · 02-06-2013, 07:43

Hello David:

IF such an inherent design problem existed (I've never heard of it), it would have been the subject of a recall.

You can put your confusion to rest with a more knowledgeable dealer.