1998 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual - Page 316

Headlamps The headlamp wiringis protected by a circuit breaker. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain If this happens, have off. your headlamp wiring checked right away. Fuses and Circuit Breakers Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected a circuit by breaker and a fuse. the motor overheats to heavy If due 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 fixed. it Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect power windows and other the power accessories. When current load is too heavy, the the circuit breaker opens closes, protecting the and circuit until the problem fixed or goes is away. The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by combination of fuses, circuit a breakers and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself. This greatly reduces the chance of fires causedby electrical problems. There are three fuse centers on your vehicle. is in One the left side your instrument panel. of 6-63