Ignition Switch Replacement?

Hi chris,

To remove the tumblers you need to get the key cylinder out which requires the key to be in the ACC position.

Not going to be easy. Check for a blown fuse, the key might be stuck because the interlock switch is not responding to the key due to lack of power supply.

To remove you turn the key to the on position, then insert a straightened paper clip in the hole on the cylinder and push this disengages the pin and the tumbler should pull striaght out.

Sounds like the problem is the ignition key cylinder

Obtain audio anti-theft code, if equipped, as outlined in Technician Safety Information . On models with air bag system, disarm airbag system as outlined under Technician Safety Information.
Disconnect battery ground cable.
Remove steering wheel, if necessary, steering column garnish, if equipped, upper and lower covers, Fig. 12.

Fig. 12 Steering Column & Ignition Switch Assembly.

Disconnect electrical connectors from ignition switch.
Turn ignition key to ACC position
Push down the stop key with a thin rod, pull out the ignition key cylinder.
Reverse procedure to install. Make sure that the ignition key is at the ACC position. Reset audio coded anti-theft and air bag system, if equipped, as outlined under Technician Safety Information.

Sounds like the tumblers in the lock are jammed up. Try tapping lightly on the end of the key while trying to turn it and see if you can get it to turn on. Don't lock it again if you can. You will have to replace the lock.

OK, then just replace the lock then.

Try turning the steering wheel to one side and key at the same time force it- This don't work you have a problem with the shift interlock system-could be the shift interlock solenoid not engaging.

There is a a fuse on junction block one for ecu/ig it's 20 amp see if that is blown supplies power to efi main relay check and see if it's getting power if not it's a switch

Good afternoon,

Did you check for power with the key on?

I attached a diagram of the fuse panel.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-car-fuse-works

Roy

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Unscrew the retaining screws and remove the upper and lower steering column covers.
Unscrew the 2 retaining screws and remove the steering column garnish.
Turn the ignition key to the ACC position.
Push the lock cylinder stop in with a small, round object (cotter pin, punch etc.) and pull out the ignition key and the lock cylinder.

You may find that removing the steering wheel and the combination switch will facilitate easier removal.

Withdraw the lock cylinder from the lock housing while depressing the lock tab.
To remove the ignition switch, unfasten its securing screws and withdraw the switch from the lock housing.

To install:

Align the locking cam with the hole in the ignition switch and insert the switch into the lock housing.
Secure the switch with its screws.
Make sure that both the lock cylinder and the column lock are in the ACC position. Slide the cylinder into the lock housing until the stop tab engages the hole in the lock.
Install the steering column garnish and the upper and lower column covers.
Connect the negative battery cable.