The steering is not locked- i can jerk the wheel back and forth and nothing- the key hole stays at "locked" position. I've tried pressing down the break and turn in, jiggling the steering wheel and turning it- nothing.
My friend said that I can replace the ignition (in fact he did it himself). Is this possible? How much will it cost? '95 toyota 4runner
2007-08-02 05:22:37 · 10 answers · asked by michelle112785 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Keys do wear out. I had to replace one in my previous car. If your secondary key works then that is the problem.
2007-08-02 05:31:07 · answer #1 · answered by Barkley Hound 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
put the key in DONT jerk the stearing column....and simply jiggle the key a bit while moving the key all the way in then pull it slowly 1/4inch out all the time jiggling it to start....My son has 2 cars now that this works on and after awhile you know the spot it will work....a nissan and a ford
2007-08-02 06:08:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can replace it yourself. However you will need some specialty tools that you won't want to buy for a one time job.
If you do it and have the tools it will cost about $40.
I'd call a locksmith and have them do it, that way if something gets messed up you're covered. That will be between $100-$150
2007-08-02 05:28:15 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i be conscious of that throughout the time of my automobile there's slightly device below my guidance wheel the place my knees are and its a litttle plastic concern that u can plug in and take out and that i be conscious of whilst it isnt plugged in my automobile wont initiate at alll I also have a ninety 9 chevy cavalier..... does the automobile make any noise in any respect whilst u are attempting to start it as in does it seem to virtually initiate or there is not any ignition noise what so ever??
2016-10-09 01:38:21 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The key may be worn, do you have a second key available??
Best to call a locksmith and let him replace the ignition switch. good luck.
2007-08-02 05:42:15 · answer #5 · answered by Fordman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You probably need a new ignition like your friend said. The ones I have bought run about 40 dollars.
2007-08-02 05:28:41 · answer #6 · answered by Airmech 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like the ignition barrel has broke you can get it repaired i had it done on a fiesta for 50 quid you need a good locksmith....
2007-08-02 05:42:23 · answer #7 · answered by lumpy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
spray WD40 into the key hole.
2007-08-02 05:26:40 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
try your spare key
2007-08-02 05:42:07 · answer #9 · answered by martinmm 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it had happend to my car too..and it was because the battery was low..u need to check your car battery!
2007-08-02 05:32:52 · answer #10 · answered by cinnomone queen 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋