When I start the key, it starts but if I release the key the stop?

1995 TOYOTA VAN
300,000 MILES • 3.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ARNEL TERRADO
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When i start the key it start but if i release the key the stop..
Feb 9, 2023 at 7:38 PM
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This is common when the ignition switch goes out. here is how to replace it in the images below. Let me know if that fixes it, please.

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Feb 10, 2023 at 9:18 AM
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