2004 Toyota Camry

2004 TOYOTA CAMRY
84,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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DENICKIA
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I can not get the key out of my ignition. The key will not turn all the way to lock so that I can get out. It will turn to start the car. Also the wheel is not locked.
Jun 2, 2009 at 12:12 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi DENICKIA,

Does the transmission gear indicator light in dash for P shows when ignition switch is turned ON? If not, either the gear shift is not correctly set to PARK or the gear indicator switch or circuit is faulty causing the interlock system to prevent you from removing the key.

Disconnecting the battery should allow you to remove the key. Make sure you have the radio code before you remove the battery terminals.
Jun 6, 2009 at 3:31 AM
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