How do you replace ignition lock on Toyota Camry 1995?

Answer 1

1. Disconnect negative battery terminal…..wait 90 seconds for SRS system.

2. Remove steering column cover - 5 screws from the bottom.

3. Disconnect cable connector under steering column area.

4. Remove 1" x 2" cover under ignition switch…this gives you access to the cotter pin which releases the ignition switch.

5. Remove ignition switch rim cover (black 1.5" diameter circular washer like piece) by gently prying it off.

6. Remove clear plastic casing cover by gently prying up the 2 plastic tabs (really small and black)

7. Insert Key into ignition switch and turn to ACC.

8. Now the tough part … look at the replacement part, estimate about how far the pin is from the edge of the ignition switch and insert an ice pick or something like it to depress the cotter pin….if you press it right, not too hard, it will jiggle the ignition switch free and you can remove it by pulling the key and ignition switch out. I stuck my left hand into the area from the steering wheel opening, then guide the ice pick coming up the 1x2" opening to where you feel a little cotter pin hole.

9. Now insert the new ignition switch and enjoy! The part was $130.00 and the local Toyota dealer was charging 220.00 for labor! They charge $105.00/hour for their expert service so that means it should have been about a 2 hour job, I took 3-4 because I didn't know what I was doing and I had to clean my battery terminals first. I could probably do it in 30-45 minutes now.

Answer 2

cant turn key to acc position to replace key tumbler on 1995 toyota camry