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hello, i am the original owner of my 93 csmry le a couple days ago the ignition key would not turn to lock it stopped at acc and would go no further and could be removed i read a couple of posts on different forums about the same problem and decided it was the ignition lock cylinder so i replaced it and it still does the same thing . on this forum i read about a cylinder lock solenoid . i cannot remove the 2 screws holding this thing on the switch housing they must have thread lock or something they are that tight . now by disconnecting the solenoid everything seemes to work fine my question is this ok to run this way ? or should i get this solenoid out somehow and replace it .
thank you
wally

Wally

After speaking to one of our Certified Techs this was the respone to your question. Basically its not a safety issue to operate your vehicle that way. Without replacing the solenoid you will not be able to lock the steering wheel.

I hope this helps and our service department is open from 8am to 8pm Mon - Fri. if you have more questions. they can be reached at 1-877-523-2999.

Eric Painter

Eric thank you for the info. i was concerned about safety . thanks again

wally

Eric, even though i can run without the solenoid do you have any idea how to remove these screws without removing the complete dash they appear to be no. 6 or 8 phillips head and i cannot budge either one with a screw driver . thank you.

wally