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Old Jun 4, 2008 | 08:00 PM
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leaving the key on???

Just got back from a tree trimming job. When I got in the truck I found that my 14 year old turned the key on to check the time. It had been on for about 45 min. give or take. Could this damage anything?
 
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Old Jun 4, 2008 | 08:01 PM
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Other than to run the batteries down ......

No....
 
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Old Jun 4, 2008 | 08:04 PM
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Even if it is left in the start position?
 
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Old Jun 4, 2008 | 08:10 PM
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Originally Posted by 70T351W
Even if it is left in the start position?
If the engine wasn't turning over ,,,(wears out the starter)


all good ...

Your fine...
 
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Old Jun 4, 2008 | 08:17 PM
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Thanks, just wanted to be sure nothing major could of gotten fried. I was kind of upset (I didnt curse though). I think my son started to sweat a little. I guess I will appologize to him.
 
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