that was only a coincidence.
battery cable ends rusty? 4 ends make sure the bottom ground at start bolt is not loose.
the check voltage at all connections at side of the hood fuse box, right fender.
power distribution. 1996 was the major change, here.
http://www.fixkick.com/Charging/96mains.jpg
this is older but the power is same, you lost power here, 96 just has more fuses, fix headlights first.
use a volt meter there.
12.6vdc is good,
battery cable ends rusty? 4 ends make sure the bottom ground at start bolt is not loose.
the check voltage at all connections at side of the hood fuse box, right fender.
power distribution. 1996 was the major change, here.
http://www.fixkick.com/Charging/96mains.jpg
this is older but the power is same, you lost power here, 96 just has more fuses, fix headlights first.
use a volt meter there.
12.6vdc is good,
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