Disconnect wiper motor until wiper switch replacement?

1998 HONDA CIVIC
120,000 MILES • 2WD • MANUAL
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1998HONDAUSER
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My wipers run all the time, and I can’t turn them off. Independent Honda shop says I need a new wiper switch. Quoted $375-$425 for the repair depending on if they use an aftermarket or OEM part. The part is less than $100. The car is in another city, and I want to make the repair myself. I want to wait until I get home in case I run into issues. Need to stop the wipers. Can’t reach/see the fuse to remove it. Considering disconnecting the wiper motor. Any issues driving the car 300 miles with the wiper motor disconnected?
Nov 24, 2024 at 11:54 AM
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As long as it doesn't rain you should be okay. here is how to change the wiper switch out and how to remove the fuse to stop them. It is fuse #26 in the fuse panel under the dash. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
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Nov 24, 2024 at 1:01 PM
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Thanks for your reply. Yes, I tried to remove the fuse but having a hard time getting far enough under the dash to see clearly and to reach and remove the fuse. Fuse # 26 is in the least accessible row :( Thanks again.
Nov 24, 2024 at 2:49 PM
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Yep, they are tough to get to. You are welcome, let us know if you need anything else.
Nov 25, 2024 at 9:09 AM