Headlamps
The headlamp wiring is protected by an internal
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.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Windshield Wipers
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, be
sure to get it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other
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.
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination
of
fuses and circuit
breakers. This greatly reduces the chance
of
fires
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
you
replace
a
bad fuse with a new one of the identical size
and rating.
If
you ever have a problem on
the
road and don’t have
a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same
amperage.
Just
pick some feature
of
your vehicle that
you
can get along without
--
like the radio or cigarette
lighter
--
and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage.
Replace it as soon as
you
can.
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