2001 Dodge Caravan loss of pwr to windows, radio, blower mo

Tiny
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  • 2001 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 118,500 MILES
For a month now we lose power to the front wipers, radio, power windows, power mirrors and blower motor. And then it works and then it stops. Took to dealership because of build up on battery terminal. They replaced one of the clamps and said it was most likely due to that and the wire harness because there was an "electrical jump between the wires". Well, after getting it home, it happened the next day. Only after the car has a chance to warm up, the power comes back on. Any ideas. Possible ignition switch?
We live in Michigan and have had a pretty brutal winter as far as cold weather goes, but even sittin gin the garage, the problem seems to occur, unfortunately, we cannot recreate the prolem at will.
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Tuesday, January 6th, 2009 AT 1:27 PM

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Tiny
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I have seen many problems with the ignition switchs in Dodge/Chryslers. Problem is like you say, without being able to create the problem it will be hard to find. When they arent working, use a test light to see if the fuses for the things that arent working have power to them. If not the switch could be the problem
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Thursday, January 8th, 2009 AT 12:35 PM
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If the power returns to the above mentioned accessories once the car warms up, could that still be an ignition switch or fuse problem? I thought for those two pieces, either the things work or don't work; and aren't able to correct themselves after 10-15 minutes. I haven't the faintest of course, that's why I ask. Thanks.
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Friday, January 9th, 2009 AT 11:13 AM
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Do they return if it is just sitting still or moving? Sometimes if you hit a bump it can make a connection
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Friday, January 9th, 2009 AT 11:29 AM

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