Electrical System Related Problems of the 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette

Table 1 shows six common electrical system related problems of the 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. The number one most common problem is related to the horn assembly (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the alternator/generator/regulator (three problems).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Oldsmobile Silhouette


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette

The Horn Assembly problem

Roof leaks, despite attempts to block leakage, water has infiltrated the fuse panel repeatedly, shorting the horn, causing it to honk at random for long periods of time.   Read details...

The Alternator/generator/regulator problem

Alternator wire failed caused battery to die. Yh   Read details...

The Battery problem

Battery has had to be jumped on several occasions without accessories being left, yet battery tests adequate at dealership. Fuel injector number one needed replacement at 33,600 miles.   Read details...


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