2004 Oldsmobile Alero Owner's Manual - Page 310

Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, have it fixed. Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible links. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure to replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. There are three fuse blocks in your vehicle: two instrument panel fuse blocks and the engine compartment fuse block. There are four spare fuses located in the driver's side instrument panel end cap for your use. Power Windows and Other Power Options A circuit breaker in the fuse panel protects the power windows. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed. Instrument Panel Fuse Blocks There are two fuse panels for your vehicle. One is located on the driver's side of the instrument panel and the other is located on the passenger's side. 5-90