Electrical System; Add-On Electrical Equipment; Headlamp Wiring; Windshield Wiper Fuses - Chevrolet 2004 Malibu 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 air bag system. Before attempting
to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see Servicing
Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-60.

Headlamp Wiring

The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses, one for
each headlamp, in the fuse block. An electrical overload
will cause the lamps to turn off. If this happens, have
your headlamp wiring checked right away.

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 and not snow, etc., be sure to get it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power
Options
Fuses in the fuse block protect the power windows
and other power accessories. When the current load is
too heavy, the fuse opens protecting the circuit until
the problem is fixed or goes away.
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