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

1983 BUICK SKYLARK
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NUTS
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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
Oct 5, 2011 at 4:39 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It sounds like the switch is shorted. Have you checked that?
Oct 5, 2011 at 4:45 PM
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NUTS
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HOW IS THE BEST WAY TO RUN A CHECK ON THAT?
Oct 5, 2011 at 4:58 PM
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HOW DO I CHECK THE SWITCH
Oct 5, 2011 at 5:01 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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you need to access the switch and check to see if there is power from it all the time.
Oct 5, 2011 at 5:06 PM