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Problem #2 is what I can address: It sounds like it could be the alternator. The first thing I would have done is the battery recharged fully and a load test performed on it. If the battery passes the load test, it is likely it is your alternator or you are not getting power to your alternator. Most Auto Parts stores or Auto Electric shops can test batteries and do a voltage reading of your charging system while the car is running. Auto Parts stores often do this test for free including recharging your battery. The battery MUST be fully charged in order to do a good reliable test. If your charging system voltage is reading at 13 or below volts, your alternator is NOT working. If your charging system is putting out 13.7-14 volts the alternator is working if a diode is not blown. If battery still drains with acceptable voltage, you could have a few things wrong. You could have an electrical draw in the system somewhere. A Short. Also, the alternator could have a diode blown which causes
