Fuses And Circuit Breaker Problems of Chevrolet Impala

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Impala. While the vehicle was parked the contact noticed that the rear defrost was not working. The contact stated that the wiring to the defrost on the front passenger side of the vehicle was burnt. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the circuit harness and the amperage. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 43,500.

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The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that anytime it rains, heavy water leaks into the vehicle on the passenger side through the fuse box panel. The failure creates a puddle of water on the passenger floor and also affected the electrical system, especially the window motors. The failure has been occurring since April of 2006 and the dealer has been unable to duplicate the failure. On may 17,2008, the general manager was able to see the puddle of water and stated that the water was entering in through the fuse box panel. The technicians repaired the fuse box panel due to corrosion and sealed the cowl. The failure has recurred and the general manager advised him to call NHTSA to file a safety complaint. The current mileage is approximately 38,150 and the failure mileage was unavailable. Updated.

Power door locks fail with use of keyless remote entry. When testing circuit amperage draw finds a 19 amp electrical spike on a 20 amp circuit. Suspect this to be to high for circuit protection. Fuse blows frequently. When doors are locked headlights and tail lights will flash momentarily which is normal. The circuit load is to high for a twenty amp fuse. Suggest gm to increase circuit protection amperage or decrease amperage draw. Dealer unable to locate problem.

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