2000 Toyota Tundra Ignition Switch Problems

Toyota Tundra owners have reported 1 problem related to ignition switch under the electrical system category.

2000 toyota tundra ignition switch problems. While there are a variety of reasons your Toyota Tundra key wont turn the most common 3 are a binding steering columnlock an ignition switch issue or a problem with the ignition key. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Toyota Tundra based on all problems reported for the Tundra. Secure the switch with its screws.

The two primary components in a Toyota trucks ignition system are the actual ignition switch and the lock cylinder which work with the ignition key. The second way is when the starter doesnt turn at all. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

Corroded or loose ignition wireconnection 2. To remove the ignition switch unfasten its securing screws and withdraw the switch from the lock housing. In the RUN position the engine control module is energized.

Align the locking cam with the hole in the ignition switch and insert the switch into the lock housing. Sounds like you are having to cycle the key several time to get it to start and this has gradually gotten worse so the ignition switch might be an easy solution. Draw in RED the B current path from the STOP LIGHT SWITCH.

This is the lock pin. Generally speaking in the OFF position the ignition switch doesnt connect anything. I think that it is in order of what I think the problem is.

Inside the ignition switch several contacts connect vital electrical systems needed to start and run the car. Turn the key clockwise to the Run position. I have a 2000 toyota tundra that will not engage when I turn the key.