The Rev
Dedicated LVC Member
Told myself I was not going to help anyone anymore... oh well!
There is this sensor in the doors that goes bad, not the same as the door adjar one. It causes the "power sentry" to kick in and kill power to certain systems.
Easy test. Shut car off and wait an hour, do not lock it. Go out, open the door. The dome lights should not come on. Press the brake pedal. If the lights come on, bingo, evil sensor which needs a good cleaning or replacement.
Bingo that was it. It doesn't bother me anymore seeing that I have an aftermarket alarm system/remote starter but its cool to know what it is now. And like everyone else said don't stop helping people.