Ignition - Difficult to Remove Key From Ignition Lock
ELECTRICALEL004-05
Title:
DIFFICULTY REMOVING IGNITION KEY
Models:
'01 - '05 RAV4
March 31, 2005
Introduction
Some customers may experience difficulty removing the ignition key from the ignition cylinder, even if the shift lever is in the park position.
The shift lock control assembly has been updated to make operation smoother.
Applicable Vehicles
^ 2001 - 2005 model year RAV4 vehicles produced WITHIN the VIN range shown below.
Required Tools & Material
Warranty Information
Applicable Warranty***:
This repair is covered under the Toyota Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.
*** Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.
Parts Information
Repair Procedure
1. Confirm that the ignition key cannot be pulled out with the shifter in the park position.
2. Identify the correct part according to the VIN break.
3. For repair procedure, refer to the Technical Information System (TIS): applicable model year RAV4 Repair Manual: Automatic Transmission: Floor Shift Assembly