Driving along on a smooth highway in a sunny evening and suddenly the wipers begin to operate. The column switch still controls the wiper speed (will increase decrease speed)) but will not turn them off.
The switch action feels normal and still precise.
I'm wondering if there is a relay that could have failed and where to look for it?
Any other suggestions?
Thanks
1983 245 GL wiper issue
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Working from memory: Try to remove the two screws holding the cover of the steering column just forward of the wheel. Examine the wires connected to the wiper switch. There may be a short from a failing wire insulation causing wiper power to stay on.
The 1983 cars had many problems with bad wiring insulation.
volvolugnut
The 1983 cars had many problems with bad wiring insulation.
volvolugnut
The Fleet:
Volvo: 2001 V70 T5, 1986 244DL, 1983 245DL, 1975 245DL, 1959 PV544, multiple Volvo parts cars.
Mercedes: 2001 E320, 1973 280, 1974 280C, 1989 300E, 1988 300TE, 1979 300TD, parts cars.
2009 Smart Passion
Ford: 1977 F350, 1964 F150 (2), 1938 Tudor Sedan
Farmall tractors: 1956 400 Diesel, 1946 A
And others.
Volvo: 2001 V70 T5, 1986 244DL, 1983 245DL, 1975 245DL, 1959 PV544, multiple Volvo parts cars.
Mercedes: 2001 E320, 1973 280, 1974 280C, 1989 300E, 1988 300TE, 1979 300TD, parts cars.
2009 Smart Passion
Ford: 1977 F350, 1964 F150 (2), 1938 Tudor Sedan
Farmall tractors: 1956 400 Diesel, 1946 A
And others.
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