Is it bad to leave the key in the ignition all the time?
Is it bad to leave the key in the ignition all the time? On older cars, before electronic ignition, leaving the key in the ON position for a long time would drain the battery. On modern cars this situation is of no consequence, certainly for short periods. And there is no connection between the key’s position and the starter’s odd behavior. What is the position of the ignition key? B (ACC/ACCESSORY): This position provides power to some of the electrical accessories. It unlocks the steering wheel and ignition. To move the key from ACC/ ACCESSORY to LOCK/OFF, push in the...