Bad switch or transmission not completely in park. Try putting a little pressure on the gearshift.
There is a short somewhere in the ignition system causing the fuse to burn out. Start by replacing the ignition switch to see if that helps.
ignition switch or key and tumbler.
If it starts but doesn't stay running after you release the key from the start position, it means your ignition switch is bad. Not a huge expense.
Worn ignition switch? Check to see if it has a rod connected to ignition switch at the lower end of the steering column--may needs adjustment
One thing that could cause this would be a faulty ignition switch, specially if you do not have ignition (cluster) lights. Just a thought...
AnswerSounds like a bad ignition switch.I changed the ignition switch and there was no changeCheck the neutral safety / transmission range sensor next.I know, it doesn't seem it could cause electrical gremlins, but...
after replacing the stearing colum what would cause it not to start. You may have disconnected the ignition switch.
Ignition relay is probably shot. It is in the power distribution block in the motor comprtment.
Good possibility
I had the same problem. I took it to a mechanic and they told me it was the ignition switch.
Is it an "after-market" radio? It sounds like it was wired to a "hot" terminal that is not controlled by the ignition switch.
If the ignition switch is faulty it could leave an electrical component turned on and that could potentially cause a dead battery. That would not necessarily be the case and you might notice if the switch is supposed to be off but something still runs.