Electrical System; Add-On Electrical Equipment; Headlamp Wiring; Windshield Wiper Fuses - Pontiac 2005 Aztek Owner's Manual

Electrical System

Add-On Electrical Equipment

Notice: Don't add anything electrical to your
vehicle 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.
Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your vehicle, see Servicing
Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-66.

Headlamp Wiring

The headlamp wiring is protected by different fuses
located in the underhood fuse block. An electrical
overload may cause the lamps to go off and remain that
way. If this happens, replace the right fuse with one
of the same kind and amperage.

Windshield Wiper Fuses

The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal
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 in the floor console fuse block 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.

Fuses and Circuit Breakers

The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers,
and fusible thermal links.
Look at the silver-colored L-Band inside the fuse.
If the L-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.
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