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Tiny
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Starter runs when the key is in the on position, causing the starter to keep running
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Saturday, April 30th, 2011 AT 4:52 PM

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Tiny
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Sounds like ignition switch problem.
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Saturday, April 30th, 2011 AT 5:20 PM
Tiny
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Or possibly a sticking starter soleniod? You can get starter tested? Does it only do this after you start it? Or does starter fire when you turn key to on?
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Saturday, April 30th, 2011 AT 5:42 PM
Tiny
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Also check the starter relay. I see 1 supplier on line is out of stock, that should tell you something?
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Saturday, April 30th, 2011 AT 5:47 PM

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