Windshield wipers do not turn off with the switch

2003 NISSAN ALMERA
150,000 MILES • 1.8L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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OKOLUDU STEPHEN
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If I put on my wipers, I try to put it off when screen has been cleaned. But wipers will not stop until I switch off ignition. What's the fault?
Feb 26, 2020 at 4:08 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

If you can not turn the wipers off, it sounds like either the switch or a relay issue. I apologize but this vehicle isn't offered in the US, so my technical information is very limited.

Check the wiper relay. Here is a link showing how to test a relay:


https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit

Here are a couple links you may find helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-voltmeter

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

The relay can be either under the hood or in the passenger compartment. Let me know if you have questions and what you find.

Joe
Feb 26, 2020 at 4:32 PM
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