1995 Chevrolet Astro Owner's Manual - Page 87

Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers. Thewindshield wiper motor is protected from overload by a circuit breakerand a fuse. If the motor overheats dueto heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. Although the circuitis protected from electrical overload, overload due to heavy snow, etc. may cause wiper linkage damage. Always clear ice and heavy snow from the windshield before using your windshield wipers. Windshield Washer I lP 0- At the top of the multifunction lever there's a paddlemarked with the windshield washer symbol and PUSH. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will clear the window and then either stop orreturn to your preset speed. Driving withoutwasher fluid can be dangerous.A bad mud splash can block go your vision. You could hit another vehicle or off the road. Checkyour washer fluid level often. I A CAUTION: In freezing weather, don't use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid form ice onthe can windshield, blocking your vision. 2-33