Electrical System Related Problems of the 1997 Chevrolet Silverado

Table 1 shows nine common electrical system related problems of the 1997 Chevrolet Silverado. The number one most common problem is related to the wiring (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the dash wiring (two problems).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Chevrolet Silverado

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Wiring problems	4
Dash Wiring problems	2
Alternator/generator/regulator problems	2
Electrical System problems	2
Battery problems	1
Battery Cable problems	1
Underhood Wiring problems	1
Fuses And Circuit Breaker problems	1
Starter problems	1

Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 1997 Chevrolet Silverado

The Wiring problem

Two wires inside the fuel tank rubbed the insulation off of the wires, causing a direct short, and vehicle becoming inoperable. Vehicle has been repaired. Read details...

The Dash Wiring problem

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The Alternator/generator/regulator problem

Transmission went out at 40,000 miles. Consumer was told that transmission was not under warranty. Battery and alternator failed, short circuit fuse caused failure of brake lights and turn signals. Injector failed. Water pump failed. Read details...

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