Step  | Action  | Yes  | No  | 
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Schematic Reference: Wiper/Washer Schematics Connector End View Reference: Wiper/Washer Connector End Views DEFINITION: The windshield wiper motor operates when the windshield wiper switch is OFF.  | |||
1  | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?  | Go to Step 2  | |
2  | 
 Are the windshield wipers always ON?  | Go to Step 3  | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections  | 
3  | 
 Are the windshield wipers always ON?  | Go to Step 4  | Go to Step 6  | 
4  | Test the windshield wiper switch high signal circuit for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition?  | Go to Step 12  | Go to Step 5  | 
5  | Test the windshield wiper switch signal 1 circuit for a short to battery positive voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition?  | Go to Step 12  | Go to Step 9  | 
6  | Test the windshield wiper switch high signal circuit in the steering column harness for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition?  | Go to Step 12  | Go to Step 7  | 
7  | Test the windshield wiper switch signal 1 circuit in the steering column harness for a short to battery positive voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition?  | Go to Step 12  | Go to Step 8  | 
8  | Inspect for poor connections at the windshield wiper/washer switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition?  | Go to Step 12  | Go to Step 10  | 
9  | Inspect for poor connections at the windshield wiper motor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition?  | Go to Step 12  | Go to Step 11  | 
10  | Replace the windshield wiper/washer switch. Refer to Turn Signal Multifunction Switch Replacement . Is the repair complete?  | Go to Step 12  | --  | 
11  | Replace the windshield wiper motor cover. Refer to Wiper Motor Cover Replacement . Is the repair complete?  | Go to Step 12  | --  | 
12  | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition?  | System OK  | Go to Step 3  |