Rear defrost switch fries when ignition is on

Dan C

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I have a 2002 Wrangler Sport. I had to replace the rear defroster switch. When I opened the dash to remove the switch that's when I found out the switch was fried and the pig tail was cooked. I replaced both and when I turn the ignition on the switch stays on. That is what probably fried the last switch. I replaced the relay switch as well to make sure that was not malfunctioning. Any ideas where to go next? Currently the switch is unplugged. My rear wiper and washer fluid pump is fine. Thanks for any help.
 
Time to break out the multimeter. You’ve got a short / wiring issue somewhere along the lines.
 
Thanks for the reply. I figured a short. Everything else electrical is fine. I'm not electric savvy at all. Looks like I have to take it to a shop.