A few months ago our 1998 Toyota corolla won't start. There was no cranking. But all the lights, accessories, ac, etc were working. When ignition was turned towards start there was nothing. After about three months of standing idle it miraculously started and was operating as usual. We didn't...

Currently troubleshooting 1999 Toyota Camry V6 automatic transmission ignition switch / ignition cylinder issue. Specific Problems: a. Opened driver door with the key out of the ignition (assuming the key was in LOCK position)opening my door a chiming went off. I later realized i had the key...

Hey all, I was looking on the forum's for a Toyota pickup truck 4x4 for starter issues, but I didn't see my particular truck in the forums. the closest I found was the Hilux, which this truck isn't. Anyway- if I could get pointed to the right forum great- if not, I will ask my question...

Hi all. I'm updating my post from Friday with additional information. My 2000 Toyota solara just appeared to die. It had been making a loud clicking sound at idle and would go away when it got above 2500 rpm. Checked the oil and it was about a half quart low. Added oil and the noise seemed...

I tried to start my 95 Corolla last night and it wouldn't turn over. There was no sound but a single click. The headlights were bright. The battery is almost new and the cables, terminals and posts are clean and tight. I turned the key in the ignition a couple times more and it started right up...

Hey all, kind of a weird one. I'm looking to either fully replace, or add in parallel to the stock ignition switch, an RFID access controller. I have a fairly strong background in EE, but not so much in auto mechanics. The most adventurous thing I've done to my baby is replace the radio. What...

My key got stuck in the ignition on ACC. My mechanic stated that I need a new 'ignition switch housing'. I have searched online and can't find a part called that. All I see is the ignition switch and lock cylinder. The mechanic said this is the piece behind the cylinder. Has anyone heard of this...

So yesterday my key just broke off inside the ignition switch. it broke off half way so it is deeeep in there. Cant grab it with anything not even magnet. I took off the plastic covers around the ignition switch and popped out the piece where the key goes in. So now im sitting at the house...

So my car has been nothing but a headache past 2 days! I have a 98 toyota camry 4 cylinder. The other day my car drove fine and then wouldnt start again. I thought it may have been my gas. I got in started after pumping the gas a few times. Made it to gas station put about $10. Car wouldnt...

Hello, I have a 2001 Toyota Corolla S (4 door with automatic transmission). Last night I pulled into the driveway and turned the car off. I wasn't able to remove the key. The key wouldn't turn all the way to the position where you can remove it. I tried starting the car and driving up and...

I have a 3rd Generation Camry (1993) with an automatic transmission that starts out working perfectly when cold. After driving 1-2 miles the transmission start slipping like it's in neutral. I have tried down shifting manually into lower gears, up shifting and stopping and trying reverse and...

Help. I'm at a loss here I have a 1998 toyota t100 that will not crank. First what happened. I woke up went to gas up for the day. Jumped out of the truck, paid, pumped the gas and got back in. The steering column was locked so I jiggled it around a bit to get the key to turn. It unlocked...

First off, i have a 2000 Toyota Corolla with an aftermarket viper responder 350 alarm system and a JVC kw-nx7000 double din navigation system.. I have 2 electrical problems. 1) I have noise coming out of my speakers that aren't supposed to. One of the noises i have diagnosed as engine noise...

I have a very strange problem. The ignition key turns without any resistance and the engine wont start. When I removed the starter switch it came off with (a small piece of?) a rod that connected the lock and the starter switch with signs of a crack at the end. Any idea what is it and how to...

I need to replace the ignition switch in my 1996 Corolla. I found out recently that I can get the part and do the install myself for about $200 less than if I had a dealership do it. Everyone I have talked to has said replacing the switch is "easy" but no one can tell me what I need to do...