2002 Hyundai Accent ignition

Tiny
DEANGELIS
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  • 2002 HYUNDAI ACCENT
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 23,000 MILES
When the weather is warm ignition key getts very hot to touch why
Sunday, June 29th, 2008 AT 6:05 AM

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Tiny
KHLOW2008
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Hi deangelis,

A substantial amount of current passes through the ignition switch and if contacts are not firm, it heats up and is transferred to the key and cylinder.

Check the ignition switch rear for melted solders, if there are, it is time to replace it.
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Sunday, June 29th, 2008 AT 6:17 AM

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