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Radio will not shut off until I open and close another door

Also the theft deterrent light comes on when i use the remote lock
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It sounds like you need either a new wiring harness for the driver door (apx $200) or the regulator is bad in the driver door. Had the same problem with my 2005 Equinox, dealer thought it was the regulator ($700 fix) but turned out wires were cracked and some actually broken in the wiring harness of the door. Replaced Harness and problem solved.

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The theft light coming on is normal. Also, the radio will stay on for about 10 minutes after the key is removed and you do not open the doors.

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