Visibility Related Problems of the 2003 GMC Sonoma

Table 1 shows three common visibility related problems of the 2003 GMC Sonoma.

Table 1. Visibility related problems of GMC Sonoma

Problem Category Number of Problems
Wiper problems
1
Defogger problems
1
Windshield Wiper/washer problems
1

Wiper problem #1

Windshield wipers stop operating unexpectedly. They will then begin operating again after being turned off for period of time. Recently in early April 2011 at about 91,000 miles. They stopped working shortly after starting the truck before leaving the parking lot.

Defogger problem #2

The contact owns a 2003 GMC Sonoma. The contact stated that the defroster failed in the vehicle. The dealer stated that they needed a new havac control head, three mode actuators, and the storage tank and switch line needed to be flushed out. The current mileage was 102,000 and failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 12/17/08. Updated 12/18/08.

Windshield Wiper/washer problem #3

Windshield wipers stop in center of windshield when on, usually at early morning startup. Windshield wipers park in center of windshield. Rental vehicle.


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