2002 Hyundai Accent ignition

2002 HYUNDAI ACCENT
23,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DEANGELIS
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when the weather is warm ignition key getts very hot to touch why
Jun 29, 2008 at 6:05 AM
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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.
Jun 29, 2008 at 6:17 AM
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