Q: Im having a problem with my car . the key is stuck and it kills my battery throughout the day. I looked at my dash and it doesnt
My key is stuck in ignition. I have to get it jumped off every morning. But I can drive around and use it throughout the day if I dont let it sit too long. I looked at my dash and my lights wont go out so I think that is what is killing my battery. Also my dash doesnt show that my car is in park. So maybe that is why my key wont come out. I just really want to know the problems so I can fix it ASAP
My car has 94000 miles.
My car's transmission is unknown to me.
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