Steering wheel lock?

[Connorjon330]

I have a 2001 Land Cruiser, and the steering wheel lock mechanism has randomly engaged a couple of times while driving. The only way I could get it to release was by forcefully cranking the wheel.


From what I’ve read, this could be related to a worn ignition cylinder, a faulty key/lock alignment, or an issue with the steering column components that control the lock pin. I’m also wondering if a bad ignition switch or damaged wiring could cause it to engage when it shouldn’t.


Has anyone else experienced this, and if so, what was the fix?

 

[excessive]

there is a known issue with early 100 series with a poorly cast and therefore brittle ignition cylinder rod

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Thread 'Busted ignition - ignition cylinder rod replacement'

Aug 22, 2005

well, today as my wife is leaving, she complains that she turns the key and nothing happens. I go out to see, and it seems like the ignition or tumbler has borken off in the "off" position. Turning the key does nothing, cant even get accessory power. I now have to tow it in to my mechanics for him to look at it

• chukiechz
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• Forum: 100-Series Cruisers