Edge Evolution Programmer Discharging Battery

Question:

Does the edge evolution programer ep15051 draw power off of the battery when the truck is off. I dont drive my truck much once the weather cools off and I stop my weekly trips to the lake. I have gone out to my truck several times to find the battery dead. I just put the tunner in last June so not sure what else it could be.

asked by: Brandon

Expert Reply:

According to my Edge representative, what you are experiencing is common with the older Evolution models like your # EP15051 that are installed on vehicles that are not driven frequently. There are some alternatives. You can simply unplug the unit from the OBD-II port once you shut the motor off and plug it back in before starting the engine or make it a practice to start the vehicle every couple of days and letting it run for a few minutes. Using a battery maintainer would be another option.

The new models like the Edge Gas Evolution CTS3 Performance Tuner - Color Screen # EP59YR do not experience this issue.

expert reply by: Mike L