Chevrolet Suburban battery issues requiring jumpstart after sitting on Chevrolet Suburban

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · Jun 23, 2025
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Problem overview

Some Chevrolet Suburban owners report experiencing issues requiring a jumpstart after the vehicle has been sitting, often due to a dead battery. Symptoms of a dead battery include slow engine cranking, no start, dim lights, flickering dashboard lights, and clicking noises when attempting to start the engine. Additionally, some owners encounter problems with parasitic power draws, where components continue to draw current from the battery even when the vehicle is off, leading to battery drain over time. To diagnose this issue, owners can test for excessive current draw using a multimeter, ensuring that the draw does not exceed 300 milliamps with the system powered down. Identifying these battery-related issues is essential for prompt resolution to prevent further complications.

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