Will not crank over

1996 TOYOTA CAMRY
310,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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My car was running completely fine and then my key wouldn't turn past the lock position. so I changed both the key part as well as the electrical part of the ignition switch, but now it won't start. it acts like it wants to but it's not getting a connection somewhere. is there a fuse, ground wire or something else I need to check?
Aug 26, 2019 at 3:14 AM
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SCGRANTURISMO
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Hello,

This is almost certainly a problem with your vehicle's immobilizer system. When you change the ignition lock cylinder and keys, the new keys have to be programmed to your vehicle's Power-train Control Module (PCM) or "computer". This can only be done at a locksmith or the dealership. This is intentionally done to keep thieved from making keys and stealing vehicles. Please get back to us with how everything progresses.

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Alex
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Feb 25, 2021 at 8:00 AM
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My keys don't have chips in them so there is nothing to program. is there something else that it could be?
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Feb 25, 2021 at 8:00 AM
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If I can jump in here. it sounds like the electrical part of the switch is defective. I would get a replacement. To be sure here is a guide to help you check for power and the ignition switch wiring diagrams to help you confirm the issue:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know what you find.
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Feb 25, 2021 at 8:00 AM
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It was a $5.00 40A fuse that was hidden behind the air vent tube under the dash!
Feb 25, 2021 at 8:00 AM
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This was the problem.
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Feb 25, 2021 at 8:00 AM
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Nice work, we are here to help, please use 2CarPros anytime.
Feb 25, 2021 at 8:00 AM
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