Can anyone tell me how to change the ignition switch (thing key goes in) on a 1988 Camry. I have taken the plastic coverings off the steering column but cannot find a way to remove the switch. There is nothing to push to release the switch as is shown in some service manuals. Thanks for any help you could give.

Can anyone tell me how to change the ignition switch (thing key goes in) on a 1988 Camry. I have taken the plastic coverings off the steering column but cannot find a way to remove the switch. There is nothing to push to release the switch as is shown in some service manuals. Thanks for any help you could give.

Hello budda-44, the part your trying to replace is not called the ignition switch. :nono: it is called a lock cylinder. in my haynes manual for 1983 - 1991 camrys THE PROCEDURE FOR LOCK CYLINDER REMOVAL IS #1 to remove the plastic cover over the steering colum #2 put the key in and turn it to accessory position #3 insert a pin/paper clip in the hole in the casting #4 pull the lock cylinder straight out and remove it from the steering column.
installation is the reverse of removal. :smokin: hope this helps.

good luck fixing your car.

JOET/CAMRY