Windshield wiper motor will not turn off. I have to unplug from wiper motor. Please advise Thank you

Tiny
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When I turn the wipers on they will not shut off I have to pull plug on wiper motor under hood. Works sometimes
Wednesday, October 5th, 2011 AT 4:39 PM

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Tiny
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It sounds like the switch is shorted. Have you checked that?
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Wednesday, October 5th, 2011 AT 4:45 PM
Tiny
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HOW IS THE BEST WAY TO RUN A CHECK ON THAT?
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Wednesday, October 5th, 2011 AT 4:58 PM
Tiny
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HOW DO I CHECK THE SWITCH
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Wednesday, October 5th, 2011 AT 5:01 PM
Tiny
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You need to access the switch and check to see if there is power from it all the time.
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Wednesday, October 5th, 2011 AT 5:06 PM

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