Q: What could be thr problem if the truck wont crank but lights and radio on without the key been in the ignition

asked by on March 06, 2017

I went into the store came out and the car wont start the lights and radio on but the key not in the ignition the part you put the key in feel loose just turn
My car's transmission is unknown to me.

The key tumbler switch outside handle has broken loose from the inside tumbler and will need to be replaced.

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