Ingnition switch stay in start mode after key is removed, why?

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Asked by Guru9WZ225 Feb 20, 2021 at 06:04 PM about the 2003 GMC Safari

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

After engine is turned off and keys removed, switch remain in start mode and
drain battery overnight. WHEN I TRY TO CONNECT JUMPER TO BATTERY,
CAR TRY TO START EVEN THOUGH IGNION KEY IS NOT IN THE
IGNITION.

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James answered 3 years ago

Also check the wiring down by the starter. Make sure the battery cable at the starter is not touching anything else. Hope that helps! Jim

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Guru9WZ225 answered 3 years ago

Starter solenoid, a part of the starter motor unit was bad. Repairs was done by replacing starter motor.

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