1996 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 276

Electrical System Add-on Electrical Equipment . .r ,,L " .-r ' +.:' . I ' . Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring protected by a circuit breaker is located in the instrument panel block. An electricall fuse overload will cause the headlamps go on and off, or in to some cases tb remain off.' this happens, have If your headlamp system checked right away. ... NO'TICE: Don't add anything electrical to your Pontiac 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 working as they should. Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor protected by a circuit is breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheatsdu'eto heavy If snow, etc., the wiper will. stop until the motor cools. the overload is caused by-some electrical problem, have it fixed. 1 I ~ Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers i the fuse panel protect the power n windows and other power accessories. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens closes, and protecting the circuit untilthe problem is fixed. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to y o u Pontiac, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac" in the Index.