95' Camry Ignition cylinder stuck

[DirtyAstronaut]

So, I've got a 1995 Camry XLE (4cyl auto) with a problem. The key wouldn't go all the way in my ignition, had it towed home. Now it goes all the way in but you can't turn the ignition out of the 'LOCKED' position. In order to remove the lock cylinder, I need to have it turned to the 'ACC' position. What the hell can I do? I've actually pulled the ignition switch off the back of the lock cylinder, so now I can start the car, problem being, the steering wheel is still locked. I have no idea what to do. I could drive it if the wheel lock was off and I could change the ignition cylinder if I could turn the key. Any ideas?

[rusty9]

sounds like a problem with either the key interlock solenoid or the shift lock solenoid, or even the shift lock ECU. proper diagnostics can be found in the transmission section of the factory service manual if you have access.

[DirtyAstronaut]

"drill retaining pin on the Ignition Cylinder". Had to find that out myself, thanks guys! lol

[omegahaze]

1997 Toyota Camry Key Wont turn, Ignition Lock problem -1997 toyota camry FIXED!!! I see a lot of Douches with a capital D trying to charge people to fix this extremely common issue with this Camry ignition cylinder. OK pull the plastic guard off encasing the steering column. Get a phillips head screwdriver and remove the 2 screws holding the little off-white connector at the rear of the module(it has the wires to the ignition running to it). Get a pair of pliers or a small crescent wrench and while trying to turn the key use the wrench to turn the little rod sticking out of the back of the module. Make sure your turning it WITH the direction the key is trying to turn it. It should immediate be freed. Wala IT WORKS! AND THATS WHY PEOPLE DONT TRUST MECHANICS! HOW CAN YOU CHARGE SOMEONE FOR THAT INFO?