1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 291

Electrical System Add-on Electrical Equipment wiper wl stop utl the moIor cools. the overloadis caused il ni If by some electrical problem, have it fixed. Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories. When current the load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, is protecting the circuit until the problemfixed. NOTICE: Don't add anything electrical to your Chevrolet unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from workingas they should. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your Chevrolet, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet" in the Index. Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuitsby a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems. If Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse witha new one of the identical size and rating. If you ever havea problem on the road and don't have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same amperage. Just pick some feature your vehicle that of you can get along without-- like the radio or cigarette lighter -- and use itsfuse if it is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon as you can. Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiringis protected by fuses. Should your headlamps fail to function have your headlamp system checked right away. Windshield Wiper Fuse There are twofuse blocks in your vehicle: the The windshield wiper motor is protected bycircuit breaker a and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., theinstrument panel fuse block and the engine compartment fuse block. 6-53