Radio randomly stopped working

1998 PONTIAC FIREBIRD
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ITSJUSTIN930
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Is it possible that a relay in the fuse panel that is responsible for multiple functions could affect some of the functions but not others (such as radio odometer etc.) in a 1998 Poniac Firebird?

Radio randomly stopped working, fog lights do not work, front turn signals do not work, odometer does not work. Could it be possible that a relay in the fuse panel is responsible?
Feb 18, 2012 at 4:13 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Not likely to be a relay as the components do not seem to be relayed. More likely to be a loose connection somewhere. You could also have a blown fuse.
Feb 18, 2012 at 4:19 AM
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ITSJUSTIN930
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Checked Most fuses, that could be associated with the problems, so most likely eletrical problems,The problems are slowly progressing to other parts of the car. Any Advice ??
Feb 18, 2012 at 4:33 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Check for poor gound circuit connections, remove and clean them. At fuse box, check the connectors for signs of contaminations, corrosions etc.
Feb 18, 2012 at 7:29 PM
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JUSTDON
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A diagram of ALL the ground locations would be helpfull. One ground can controll several circuits.
Feb 18, 2012 at 9:13 PM
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