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Old Jun 30, 2020 | 06:36 PM
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Heard the statement "12 volts" a couple of times. It would be nice to know the actual voltage like 12.5, 12.7 etc. Just saying 12 volts doesn't really mean anything.
FYI. If it's 12.0 volts, then that's a low battery. Should be around 12.7 when fully charged.
Also read that you "checked the grounds under the seat and they look good". Again, you should check the continuity of those ground circuits.
Old Jun 30, 2020 | 06:37 PM
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Is that even the right ground location?
Old Jun 30, 2020 | 08:48 PM
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Yes, the grounds are under the front seats. However, the only common point is the dark green wire it goes to each door. The yellow wires are also 12 V from the RAP. Each has it's own ground. The switches serve to control polarity.
Old Jul 1, 2020 | 07:07 AM
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Originally Posted by firemangeorge
Naw. Don's in the right thread. He's going for the "low voltage causing all those problems" scenario. Since the OP had the original power window issue and now reports radio lockout, oil change and air bag message lights.
Yes, I would look at the battery voltage too. We've all seen or heard of the weird electrical problems the HHR's can have with low voltage.
Battery voltage is between 12.5-12.7 volts depending where its checked.
Old Jul 1, 2020 | 07:09 AM
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Originally Posted by donbrew
Yes, the grounds are under the front seats. However, the only common point is the dark green wire it goes to each door. The yellow wires are also 12 V from the RAP. Each has it's own ground. The switches serve to control polarity.
I will try to trace the length of the Green wire hopefully this weekend.
Old Sep 5, 2020 | 05:15 PM
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Windows issue fixed.

Issue solved. If you recall only the drivers front window would only work . Turns out the entire issue was corroded wire at J323. No one mentioned this as a possible problem. For those who want to know it's in the wire bundle under the the carpet in front of the left front corner of the Drivers seat. This is the Dark Green Wire that connects to ALLthe windows. Hope this helps othes.
Old Sep 5, 2020 | 05:32 PM
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Rear wiper

When I turn the key the rear wiper runs for 30 seconds and the # 17 relay in the fuse box under the hood makes a screeching noise.
Old Sep 5, 2020 | 05:34 PM
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No headlights

All fuses and bulbs are good but no headlights.
Old Sep 5, 2020 | 05:49 PM
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Relays ? Steering column switch ?
Fuses are just one part of the wiring circuit.
Old Sep 5, 2020 | 05:51 PM
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You could try swapping a known good relay, see what happens. Your relay may be bad.

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