I need to remove the ignition barrel to replace it how is this done

could some thing have been inserted into the ign switch ?if not there is a metal tab that is part of the cylinder lock mechanism which after time and use can break away and stop key going into the barrel,the ign lock barrel will need replacing , will need to be done at a repair shop as need key inserted to remove, so will need a strip down ,a specific technique to remove when key won't go into lock is needed to remove/fit new lock

Any parts store will have torx bits, this will remove the bolts.

you can try to remove said instrument with plyers, easiest way for me to fix a car like that is to replace the whole dang steering column. To replace the keyswitch only, check out this video, it applys to your car too! http://www.youtuberepeater.com/watch?v=oFsQhk-QQS8&name=toyota+corolla+ignition+lock+cylinder+and+key+switch+replacement

Hi Bruntwood, Disconnect the battery, and then unscrew the screws fitted underneath which hold the plastic cowling surrounding the steering column and then remove the two halves. Disconnect the electrical socket from the plug and then identify the four blind bolts holding the saddle of the ignition barrel and switch. There are a few ways of removing those bolts, but the easiest is to tap them out with the correct sized cold chisel. Once removed the ignition barrel and switch can then be removed and replaced. Assembly is the reverse procedure. Regards and have a happy new ignition barrel and switch and new year. John

remove the steering lock barrel can only be done with the original key and the ignition in the acc position .this can be done in situ but some motors like VW you have to drill the hole to push the pin in so you need to know where it goes and to get to it you have to remove the steering column

y but you will require tools and a knowledge of the vehicle. You will need to remove the plastic surround of the steering column and the covers under the dash. When you can see the back of the ignition assembly you will see round dome shaped bolts holding on a clamp which secures the assembly in place. These will need to be removed using a cold chisel or something which can cut into the domes so th the domed bolts can be unscrewed and the ignition barrel removed. Once that has been done, unscrew the ignition swith from the end of the barrel and operate it with a screw driver. You will be able to turn on the ignition and drive the car. Best regards John.

just a guess on this one , some ignition barrels have a button underneath the key barrel , and to remove key you must push this in and turn key back one more klick away from start direction .

i am hoping that original key is in ignition , you can get ignition barrel replaced with new keys , but some steerng parts need dissasembling .
and some are pains to remove .
hope it was this simple !

it is the barrel at the rear of the ignition switch, you do not need to replace the whole of the ignition switch just the part on the back if you remove the stearing cowling and look behind the ignition barrel you will see either a white or black ( might be any colour though) item with wires going into it, all that is needed is that part to be replace, just unplug the wireing part and remove the ignition box from the back of the barrel and replace, hope i explained that correctly for you

it is better to buy a new ignition barrel.it takes a special socket to get the screws out, once the screws are out they do not need to be replaced.buy new barrel,disconnect negative battery cable,disconnect wires from barrel assembly, remove barrel from colum. first take vin# to dealership parts department to get correct barrel assembly, the keys with new assembly will fit doors and trunk

Hi I would suggest you ring the Automobile association, and see whether one of their mobile mechanics can solve your problem. extracting a car key from the barrel may be more difficult than it appears. He, the mobile man may have done it before and have the right tools for the problem.