Ignition lock question

taras · 08-22-2009, 12:21 PM

Hello fellow users.

I didn't know where to post this best but I want to ask about a problem with the ignition barrel. The key turns, engine starts, I turn the key to shut down the engine, the key turns to ACC but won't go into the off position. It can only be taken out by disconnecting the battery, as I've noticed. I heard it may be the wear of ignition barrel but I suspect some electrical circuit breaker failure. Can anyone shed some light on this, please? I'd appreciate it.

Thank you.

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**DeathCougar** · 08-22-2009, 12:41 PM

Well the computer section certainly isn't the correct section....what kind of vehicle are we working on?

taras · 08-22-2009, 08:52 PM

Yes, sorry, forgot to tell the brand: this is a 1991 Toyota 4Runner.

Tragic Drive · 08-22-2009, 09:03 PM

Odd Problem. Have you tried to use cylinder lock graphite or other lubricant ?

taras · 08-22-2009, 10:08 PM

Actually, I haven't. This is its original ignition barrel, so it might be no good. I wonder how much it'd cost to replace it and who does it. Or it might be some electrical problem - not mechanical, definitely. =)

sotb3 · 08-23-2009, 09:44 AM

use the graphite as suggested and use some patience--just keep working the key "gently" and i belive you'll have it handled--you may have to put the key in and out while using the graphite, once you get it to that stage, in order to relieve the unit from accessory to off--also if it's an automatic make sure it's fully in park--

CyMoN · 08-23-2009, 10:25 AM

sounds like something is broken either on the ignition switch or in the tumbler
click on the second link and look in the steering section they have a break down on the steering column and the ignition switch.
http://www.yotatech.com/f123/links-f...-url-s-102344/

taras · 08-23-2009, 11:45 PM

Thank you, gentlemen! I'll be looking into this. Lacking time a bit, so it'll be a while. =) Thanks for the help again!

08-22-2009, 09:03 PM	#4 (permalink)
Tragic Drive Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Maryland Posts: 410	Odd Problem. Have you tried to use cylinder lock graphite or other lubricant ? __________________ *,Thomas* Supercharged 3.4 in a ARB Locked 95 Runner

08-23-2009, 10:25 AM	#7 (permalink)
CyMoN Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: INDIANA Posts: 2,164	sounds like something is broken either on the ignition switch or in the tumbler click on the second link and look in the steering section they have a break down on the steering column and the ignition switch. http://www.yotatech.com/f123/links-f...-url-s-102344/ __________________ my rigs 89 4runner 1989 4runner v6 5 speed everything factory +4susplift running bfg 31s and a aux gas tank and more aux lights than needed 86 pickup 1986 stock pickup 22r 31.10 BFG ATs flatbed a sad day for the 4runner "One moment of patience may ward off great disaster. One moment of impatience may ruin a whole life."

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08-22-2009, 08:52 PM	#3 (permalink)
taras Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Lynnwood, WA Posts: 9	Yes, sorry, forgot to tell the brand: this is a 1991 Toyota 4Runner.

08-22-2009, 10:08 PM	#5 (permalink)
taras Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Lynnwood, WA Posts: 9	Actually, I haven't. This is its original ignition barrel, so it might be no good. I wonder how much it'd cost to replace it and who does it. Or it might be some electrical problem - not mechanical, definitely. =)

08-23-2009, 09:44 AM	#6 (permalink)
sotb3 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: nw oregon Posts: 21	use the graphite as suggested and use some patience--just keep working the key "gently" and i belive you'll have it handled--you may have to put the key in and out while using the graphite, once you get it to that stage, in order to relieve the unit from accessory to off--also if it's an automatic make sure it's fully in park--

08-23-2009, 11:45 PM	#8 (permalink)
taras Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Lynnwood, WA Posts: 9	Thank you, gentlemen! I'll be looking into this. Lacking time a bit, so it'll be a while. =) Thanks for the help again!