I have a 1991 GT convertible Celica, my problem is that the steering column won't drop down into the driving mode when I put the key in the ignition, which normally would occur. The steering lock is working as normal.

Switch ignition ON.

Repeatedly press vehicle information button (it is usually located on the right or left from the steering column depending on year make and model until PRESS TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY is displayed.

Press set/reset button until REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE is displayed.

Programming mode activated, proceed as follows:

Press and hold LOCK and UNLOCK remote buttons on first remote transmitter simultaneously for 15 seconds.

Wait for acoustic signal (indicates correct programming).

Repeat above procedure to program remaining remote transmitters.

Switch ignition OFF to exit programming mode.

Ignition Switch - REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
(see Figure 1)

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the lower column trim panel, then remove the steering column-to-instrument panel fasteners and carefully lower the column for access to the switch.
3. Place the ignition switch in the OFF-LOCK position.
   

If the lock cylinder was removed on vehicles through 1991, the actuating rod should be pulled up until it stops, then moved down one detent; the switch is now in the Lock position.

Fig. 1: Adjusting the ignition switch

1. Remove the ignition switch-to-steering column retainers, then remove the assembly.
   

To install:

1. Before installing the ignition switch, place it in the OFF-LOCK position, then make sure that the lock cylinder and actuating rod are in the Locked position (1st detent from the top or 1st detent to the right of far left detent travel).

Most replacement switches are pinned in the OFF-LOCK position for installation purposes. If so, the pin MUST be removed after installation or damage may occur.

1. Install the activating rod into the ignition switch and assemble the switch onto the steering column. Once the switch is properly positioned, tighten the ignition switch-to-steering column retainers to 35 inch lbs. (4.0 Nm).
   

When installing the ignition switch, use only the specified screws since over length screws could impair the collapsibility of the column.

1. Raise the column into position and secure, then install any necessary trim plates.
2. Make sure the ignition is OFF , then connect the negative battery cable.

Ignition Lock Cylinder - REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
(see Figure 1)

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Matchmark and remove the steering wheel.
3. Remove the turn signal switch from the column and allow it to hang from the wires (leaving them connected). For details, please refer to the procedure located earlier in this section.
4. For vehicles through 1991, place the lock cylinder in the Run position.
5. For 1992-93 vehicles, remove the buzzer switch assembly.
   

Fig. 1: Ignition cylinder replacement

1. Carefully remove the lock cylinder screw and the lock cylinder. If possible, use a magnetic tipped screwdriver on the screw in order to help prevent the possibility of dropping it.

CAUTION If the screw is dropped upon removal, it could fall into the steering column, requiring complete disassembly in order to retrieve the screw and prevent damage.
To install:

1. Align and install the lock cylinder set. On vehicles through 1991 it will be necessary to rotate the switch clockwise to align the cylinder key with the keyway in the housing.
2. Push the lock cylinder all the way in, then carefully install the retaining screw. Tighten the screw to 22 inch lbs. (2.5 Nm) on tilt columns or to 40 inch lbs. (4.5 Nm) on standard non-tilt columns.
3. If necessary, install the buzzer switch assembly.
4. Reposition and secure the turn signal switch assembly
5. Align and install the steering wheel.
6. Make sure the ignition is OFF , then connect the negative battery cable.

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try moveing the stiring weel as you turn the key the key may be bad

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Ignition switch installation-1984-90 models

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
   
2. Remove the steering column cover.
   
3. If equipped with automatic transaxle, position the gear selector into DRIVE and disconnect the indicator cable.
   
4. Remove the lower panel reinforcement.
   
5. Drop the steering column for switch replacement.
   
6. Disengage the wiring connector from the ignition switch.
   
7. Position the ignition lock cylinder into the LOCK position.
   
8. Tape the ignition switch rod to the steering column to prevent the rod from falling out of the lock cylinder assembly.
   
9. Remove the screws attaching the ignition switch to the column jacket.
   
10. Remove the ignition switch by rotating the switch 90 degrees and pulling up to disengage from the rod.
    

To install:

1. Rotate the switch 90° and push down to engage the rod.
   
2. Install the screws to the ignition switch mounting plate but do not tighten.
   
3. Remove the tape holding the rod to the column.
   
4. Adjust the switch by pushing up on the switch to take up rod system slack. This must be done with the key cylinder in the LOCK position and the key removed.
   
5. Tighten the screws attaching the switch to the column.
   
6. Connect the wiring connector to the ignition switch.
   
7. Install the steering column.
   
8. Install the steering column cover.
   
9. Connect the negative battery cable.
   

The ignition switch is located on the top of the steering column underneath the dash.

1. Remove the cover panel from under the steering column and you should see the bracket that holds up the steering column, but before you un-bolt the bracket to lower the steering column, you must remove the clip holding the shifter position indicator cable to the column. (put the shifter into drive and you should be able to see the screw that holds the shift indicator cable adjusting clip to the steering column)

2. Remove the bracket holding up the steering column and carefully let the steering column down as far as it will go, the steering wheel will probably be resting on the seat.

3. You should now be able to see the ignition switch on the top of the steering column, and the two mounting bolts. The high beam switch might share the upper ignition switch bolt, and you will then need to remove the high beam switch before you can remove the ignition switch.

4. Remove the ignition switch mounting bolts (usually 5/16 but I have also seen 11/32 and 3/8 size bolt heads used)

5. Remove the ignition switch by lifting straight up from the column to dis-engage the interlink rod from the ignition tumbler assembly, you should then be able to pull the ignition over towards you just enough to dis-connect the two wire connectors to the switch and then you can remove the old switch from the vehicle. (the interlink rod is sticking straight up from the steering column and it slides up and down with the operation of the key, it fits into a notch in the ignition switch and that is what actuates the switch)

6. Reverse procedure to install new switch, starting with re-connecting the wire connectors and be sure that the interlink rod goes into the notch in the ignition switch.

7. When the switch has been re-installed and is ready to be adjusted, turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position and hold the key in that position and slide the ignition switch up and down until it is in the on position and your dash lights come on, tighten up the ignition switch mounting bolts and then test the operation of the switch, and re-adjust if necessary until the switch operates properly.

8. Adjust the high beam switch by pulling back on the high beam lever and just taking up the slack in the actuator rod to the high beam switch, test the operation of the high beam switch and re-adjust if necessary.

9. When the steering column is bolted back up, re-attach and adjust the shifter position indicator by placing the shifter in neutral and slide the adjusting cable clip until the shift indicator is pointing in the neutral position, test the function of the shift indicator and adjust as necessary.

1. Remove the screws on the underside of the steering column cover and pull the cover down.
   
2. Put the key into the ignition and turn the key to the "II" position.
   
3. Slide the punch pin into the Silverado's access hole on the underside of the steering column under the ignition.
   
4. Push up on the punch pin while you pull the ignition out of the steering column.

disconnect neg battery terminal -remove steering wheel will need a puller some auto stores let u borrow these tools -remove turn signal switch not necessary to totally remove switch pull far enough rearward to slip over shaft but dont pull harness out of column --turn key to run -remove the lock retaining screws dont drop into column -remove lock -screw torque is 40 inch lbs for reg column 22 for adjustable column

Your ignition switch has piled up. Not the key and tumbler, the actual switch which is down at the bottom of your steering column. A rod that is connected to your key and tumbler pulls on the switch to start and stop your engine. You'll have to drop your steering column down to get at it, and replace the switch.

if it was me I would go to a salvage yard and get another steering column drop it off at a lock with your key from the old one so they can match that key to the other ignition switch

OK. Look directly under the steering column. You will see the silver ignition lock assembly, with a band that covers the round column housing. Holding the band onto the lock assembly, do you see something that resembles two "broken off" bolts? This is where the Dremel comes in handy. What you need to do is to score, scratch, chisel, anything, a slot that you can put a screwdriver into. The bolts are not tight, the heads break off to prevent people from removing them to rip off the ignition/steal the car. After getting the slot cut, use a screwdrive to rotate the bolts out. I would guess that a drill and an "easy-out" would work, but, I have never tried it. The Moto-Tool works great.
After you get the bolts out, the lock falls off of the column. Hope this helps, and thanks for choosing FixYA. The graciousness of a FIxYa rating on my solution would be greatly appreciated.