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power windows only work when car is running. What could cause this?
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When i disconnect the connectors from relay #3989214 my power wndows go back to normal. What the heck!!
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power windows only work when car is running. What could cause this?

They won't work with the ignition switch simply "ON"? The engine has to be running?
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They won't work with the ignition switch simply "ON"? The engine has to be running?
Yes. Unless i remove the 3 pin ac/blower relay connector.
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