1997 Camry - Ignition Problem

[jrh1983]

Hello everyone. I'm new here and have a question. It just started to happen yesterday, but I can't get my car to start. The key won't turn past the acc on the ignition and only the radio turns on. I have tried both keys and still nothing works. The steering whell isn't locked, so its not that. I have done some reasearch on what the problem might be. I'm thinking that it is the Ignition cylinder and I need to replace it. I'm sure everyone here knows a lot more than me, can anyone help me out or point me in the right direction. It might be something else, what do you think? I drive a 1997 4cyl Toyota Camry.

Thank you in advance.

[96paseo]

Have you tried moving the steering wheel while trying to turn the key? You could also put some graphite into the lock cylinder to see if it will free up.

[jrh1983]

thanks for the suggestion. I've tried those things already. Anyone else know of any solutions?

[dlattie1]

Im thinking it is a shortage in the electrical, something is wrong with the ignitor(swap it out for a new or used one), or you need to get a new key.

[Trdkamuri510]

ignition cylinder lock...

graphite it or replace it..

its not super hard

but if u wiggle the key a bit it may turn... google it and u will see

[new echo owner]

You can remove the lock cylinder and check to see if it turns freely when it is out.

N.E.O.