Beeping when turning off engine?

Tiny
MARCIA ROVINS
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  • 1992 HONDA ACCORD
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
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  • 109,000 MILES
Twice, in the past few weeks, when I shut off my engine and take the key out the car beeps like it would had I left the headlights on. If I take it out of park and put it back again, it's fine. It's really hot here in S. Nevada and I believe both times it happened I had driven home after my car was out in the sun for a few hours.
Sunday, August 10th, 2025 AT 4:10 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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To me it sounds like the ignition switch is worn out, this will cause the beeping like you left the key in the switch. If it only does it in the hot weather I would not worry about it. The only thing I would look at is to make sure the car is not overheating which may cause the chime as well.
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Monday, August 11th, 2025 AT 10:57 AM
Tiny
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Thanks so much for the reply.
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Monday, August 11th, 2025 AT 12:10 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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You are welcome, let me know if you need anything else, we are here to help.
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Monday, August 11th, 2025 AT 1:14 PM

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