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Old 05-07-09, 05:10 PM
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I know this subject has been talked about, but at the time I wasnt that interested. One time out of 50, when I pull my key out its hot, and not the other times. If someone knows the thread, Id appreciate the link.
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Thought Id try bumping this thread, their must be a logical explaination as to why sometimes the key is hot and most of the time its not.
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I get it randomly as well and have noticed it is usually hotter during short trips. Probably something with the ignition switch.
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Has to be something w the ignition switch. That sounds so crazy though.
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Yeah, I wish I knew how to get that old thread from a year or so ago. The search button dosent seem to work for me. Im a starter and alt. rebuilder and I should be able to figure this out, but am just not understanding the problem. I normally am not out a lot at night but wonder if thats a variable. Ive got 3 vehichles and dont get to drive the Lex. always.
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do you think it's from the light?
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Originally Posted by ucfa4
Has to be something w the ignition switch. That sounds so crazy though.
Yea, check that out. It sound weird..
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