1996 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual - Page 304

Electrical System Add-on Electrical Equipment Headlamps The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away. I NOTICE: Don't add anything electrical your to Pontiac unless you check your dealer first. with 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 working as they should. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your Pontiac, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac" in the Index. Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and afuse. 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 and not snow,etc., be sure to get it fixed. Power Windows and Other Power Options . Circuit breakers protect the power windows and othei power accessories. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away.