Removing ignition key leaves radio on.

[sgould]

From time to time, and more frequently recently, the radio, etc. stay on when the key is removed.  I've tracked it down to one of the two plastic latches not moving towards the hole when the key is removed.  Is this an electronic fault, or is it just an issue that can be fixed with a bit of silicone spray?

The latch is definitely temperamental, as on occasion, it sticks and the key can't be removed. Starting the car and turning off again, usually sorts this.

[aerojon]

@sgould It's the pop up button that's at the base of the ism,that gets pushed down when the fob is inserted..If it stays down,the SCL won't engage,radio won't turn off(if on) and doors won't lock..System will think there is a fob in the ISM still..

[sgould]

Thanks, I'll have another look. Although when I have felt down there, it seems to be all one piece and the only bits that seem to move are the two side latches. but if the up/down movement is operating the latches, then I may have to investigate further as it's only one latch that sticks.

[carrera]

Never worked on a 9-3, but I suspect it's a mechanical issue, similar to the issue that can affect the 9-5

[aerojon]

9-3 ISM is electronic..