windows, a/c and some gauges not working

1999 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS
131,000 MILES
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JAHBLESS
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when driving the car the battery light and theft system light come on and then the air conditioner, the windows and the temperature gauge stop working. can you please tell me what the problem might be
Aug 11, 2013 at 10:18 AM
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HMAC300
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check battery for condition and load test and check charging system clean battery terminal ends
Aug 11, 2013 at 10:23 AM
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JAHBLESS
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I have already tried all that and the battery is in good condition but the problem still continues
Aug 11, 2013 at 10:47 AM
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HMAC300
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check the things I've pointed out in pics. either a test light or volt meter will work on the fusible links.
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Aug 11, 2013 at 10:51 AM
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HBD
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I'm very curious to know if this issue was resolved. I have exactly the same vehicle (same year and mileage also), and have had the same issue for quite a few months now. I did check the condition of my battery with a hydrometer today and all cells seemed OK. I cleaned the battery terminals too. They were pretty clean already. I suppose I will be checking the fuses indicated in the schematics posted by hmac300, thanks.
Sep 15, 2013 at 7:57 PM
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JAHBLESS
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It was the Body Control Module that had to be changed
Sep 16, 2013 at 4:24 PM
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