Can aftermarket accessories like dash cams and LED lights cause battery drain in my Oshan X7?

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Can aftermarket accessories like dash cams and LED lights cause battery drain in my Oshan X7?

I installed a dash camera and some interior LED strips, and now my battery dies frequently. Could these accessories be draining power even when the car is off? How do I fix this without removing them?

Gari Specialist asked on 12 Jul 2025 15:33:35 pm

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Gari Master - on 12 Jul 2025 15:53:24 pm

Yes, especially if:

The accessories are wired directly to constant power instead of switched power ignition.

Devices like dash cams run in parking mode, pulling current all night.

LED lights o r amps draw power without proper fuses o r relays.

How to fix it:

Use fuse taps that connect to ignition-switched circuits.

Install a voltage cut-off device for parking cameras cuts power below 12V.

Ask a professional installer to ensure proper grounding and load distribution.