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What's 'off' , the car , or the alarm system? Any circuit 'draw tests' done to isolate it?
The car and the alarm are off. I have a dead battery. The dealer is telling me that the security system is always searching therefore using a lot of power. I don't believe him. Confused.
The dealers diagnosis makes no sense. The alarm system does not search causing it to use power. It operates on a preset protocol. What is their recommended remedy?
The alarm system incorporates the Body module, Powertrain module, and keyless entry. Turning the alarm off does not shut down these modules. I would recommend a draw test to determine the source. If it is within the alarm system, I would recommend repairing as it cannot be easily bypassed. Let me know if you would like to have it checked. Matt ASE Master Technician Flower Hill Automotive matt@flowerhillauto.com
Just found this blog- have same issue with my 2004 Viper, but it also has a Viper installed security system. Since I drive mine sparsely, I always had to remove battery and recharge. Bought Optima battery to solve issue which prolonged problem. Finally installed a kill switch. Crude but problem solved.