Three problems related to fuses and circuit breaker have been reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
When the defroster is turned on, fuses in vehicle short out, causing all gauges and electrical systems to fail including the lights. A private mechanic replaced compressor in vehicle to correct this defect. Vehicle also has a head gasket leak.
Rear tail lights have a tendency to overheat, short out circuit board inside tail light. Owner has had to replace 5 bulbs from the tail light assembly, along with one light recepticle. Please describe details.
Horn assembly would only respond intermittently when in use. Acts as if electrical system has a short in it. Have not taken to dealership.