Car will only start with key in ignition

2005 ACURA RL
138,000 MILES
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YAYA YAYA
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I am wondering why my car will only start if I put the actual key in the ignition instead of having the ignition cover on and the key fob in my pocket? The key fob works for everything else, I.e. Unlock/lock doors, windows roll down from outside of the car.
Apr 24, 2016 at 12:37 PM
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Hi Yaya,

It sounds like you may have a problem with the body area network controller, have you check the fuses which would be in the drivers under dash fuse panel?

Apr 24, 2016 at 7:11 PM
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YAYA YAYA
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I checked the fuses. They are all good.
Apr 24, 2016 at 7:12 PM
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It sounds like the controller is having a problem, this would be a dealership problem, let me know what you find out please.
Apr 24, 2016 at 7:18 PM
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YAYA YAYA
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I do not have the money to take it to the dealership that is why I am exploring other options. Thanks
Apr 24, 2016 at 7:19 PM
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Please let us know what happens
Apr 26, 2016 at 8:31 AM
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