Expert: Sean Halliday - 8/1/2008

Question
Hi, I am facing starting trouble problem with my car 2000 Mitsubishi Galant-ES. If I don't start my car even a single day then the next day I have to do jumpstart my car. Once my car is started, I don't need to go for a long drive on freeway for charging battery. Even 5 - 10 miles distance drive in town is good enough to start my car next day. I checked the Battery and Alternator in Auto Zone, they are pretty good condition. I tuned up and flushed the fuel system a couple of months ago. I yet to check my car ignition switch or Fuse which i am not sure about it. Could you please tell me what could causing it? I appreciate your help in this matter. Thank you very much in advance. Selva.

Answer
If the battery is good,it may be something causing a drain overnight,The usual causes are lights left on usually in the trunk or under the hood.Check when dark out to see.If all checks fail there is a way to check it with a meter and if you are familiar with car electronics i can tell you how so let me know if you feel like doing this.