1997 Cadillac Catera Owner's Manual - Page 95

Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they're frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If the blades do become damaged, replace them with new blades. Heavy snow or ice canoverload the wiper motor.A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. Pull and hold the washer lever to wash the windshield. Release the lever when you have enough fluid. The wipers will clear the windshield and either stop or return to your preset speed. Windshield Washer In freezing weather, don't use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. A telltale light on the instrument panel will be displayed when the washer fluid reaches a low level. "Low See Washer Fluid Warning Light" in the Index for more information. Driving without washerfluid can be dangerous.A bad mud splash can block your vision and you could hit another vehicle or go off the road. Check the washer fluid level often. 2-34