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Key gets very hot in 2008 Civic ignition

I've noticed this for the past several months. It gets hot even if I drive for only 5 to 10 minutes. Is this cause for concern?
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Re: Key gets very hot in 2008 Civic ignition

No concern, it is normal. There is an electromagnetic interlock solenoid directly underneath the key area that can get rather warm.
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Re: Key gets very hot in 2008 Civic ignition

Put the damn fire out already
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Re: Key gets very hot in 2008 Civic ignition

Thank you. If I see blue sparks, should I slow down?
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Re: Key gets very hot in 2008 Civic ignition

No, but you should share whatever it is you are smoking.
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