I recently purchased a 1997 Pontiac Sunfire, and I've noticed it has the
> same odd behavior. It seems it only does this at night, though. Perhaps it
> has something to do with having the headlights on.
>
> I don't yet have an owner's manual for this car, but one I purchased on ebay
> ought to be here soon. In the meantime, can someone tell me where I can
> find the fuse box for this car. The lighter isn't working, and hopefully
> the problem is simply a burnt fuse. If it isn't, can anyone point me in the
> direction I might look at next for the cause for the lighter's
> non-operation.
>
> Thanks in advance,
> Brigitte
>
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