What tools do I need to change an ignition switch?
Materials Needed
- Boxed end wrench or ratchet sets.
- Flashlight or drop light.
- Replacement ignition lock cylinder.
- Regular sized flat blade and Phillips head screwdriver.
- Safety equipment (safety glasses)
- Scan tool.
- Small flat blade screwdriver.
How much does it cost to put in a new ignition switch?
Some ignition switches are part of an assembly with the lock cylinder and some form of security device, and the price will rise accordingly, somewhere in the $200 to $400 range. For the most part, an ignition switch or assembly can be a straight-forward repair where labor costs are around $75 to $150.
How do you remove ignition switch from RAV4?
Remove the screws using the flat-head screwdriver, then take the clamp off the ignition switch and the lock cylinder. Unscrew the switch from the lock cylinder assembly using the Phillips screwdriver, then take the switch out of the RAV4.
Why does my Toyota RAV4 not start when I turn the key?
When the key is turned, the starter is signaled to turn over, which fires the engine. If the ignition switch fails, then the starter won’t get the signal and the SUV won’t be able to start. To fix the problem, you will have to remove the ignition switch from the RAV4 and replace it with a new one.
How do you put an ignition switch in place?
Squeeze the release pin on the ignition switch so it’s flush with the side. The same release pin that stopped the switch from coming out now needs to be pressed in so you can slide the switch into place inside the ignition module. Just press it down with your thumb.
What to do if your key is stuck in the ignition switch?
The key may be stuck in the ignition switch, but that shouldn’t stop you from turning it. If you don’t have a key, you will need to force the module to turn using a flathead screwdriver. Press the release pin inside the hole on the ignition module with a screwdriver.