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, have it fixed.
Chevrolet Cobalt Service & Repair Manual. 2007-10 Cobalt & G5
Warning: Gasoline or gasoline
vapors are highly flammable. A fire could occur if an ignition source is
present. Never drain or store gasoline or diesel fuel in an open container,
due to possibility of fire or explosion. Have a dry chemical (Class B) fire
extinguisher nearby.
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