Replace ignition cylinder?

[slide531]

I can’t find any info anywhere on replacing the ignition cylinder on a 5th gen 4runner. Anyone here done this? There’s a couple threads out there on 4th and 3rd gen’s but nothing on 5th gen’s.

So far I’ve got part numbers:
Ignition Cylinder - $186.68, 69057-35240
Ignition Cylinder set with door lock set - $549.38, 690005-35A80

Sounds like I might be able to get a new ignition cylinder and get the cylinder tumblers set to match my existing keys so I don’t need to change the door locks as well.

If that’s right I think the job would be
1) replace ignition cylinder
2) reset cylinder tumblers (need locksmith)
3) ?? Would existing keys need to be reprogrammed to match the new cylinder?

Assuming that is correct does anyone has instructions on replacing the cylinder?

Other question is if I replace the cylinder I am guessing I’d need to get towed to a locksmith to get the tumblers reset and key programmed. I’m not sure I’d even be able to put it in neutral if the key isn’t programmed? The cylinder comes with a key, possibly I can get it in neutral with that key if it’s not programmed yet?

Thanks for any help.

 

[AuSeeker]

I canÂ’t find any info anywhere on replacing the ignition cylinder on a 5th gen 4runner. Anyone here done this? ThereÂ’s a couple threads out there on 4th and 3rd genÂ’s but nothing on 5th genÂ’s.

So far IÂ’ve got part numbers:
Ignition Cylinder - $186.68, 69057-35240
Ignition Cylinder set with door lock set - $549.38, 690005-35A80

Sounds like I might be able to get a new ignition cylinder and get the cylinder tumblers set to match my existing keys so I donÂ’t need to change the door locks as well.

If thatÂ’s right I think the job would be
1) replace ignition cylinder
2) reset cylinder tumblers (need locksmith)
3) ?? Would existing keys need to be reprogrammed to match the new cylinder?

Assuming that is correct does anyone has instructions on replacing the cylinder?

Other question is if I replace the cylinder I am guessing IÂ’d need to get towed to a locksmith to get the tumblers reset and key programmed. IÂ’m not sure IÂ’d even be able to put it in neutral if the key isnÂ’t programmed? The cylinder comes with a key, possibly I can get it in neutral with that key if itÂ’s not programmed yet?

Thanks for any help.

I couldn't find a tutorial or video either...BUT don't pay that much for the replacement cylinder with keys, that's list price you can get it for around $116 plus shipping from many dealers online, the following link is for a 2018, you didn't state what year, but it's the same part number you posted.

69057-35240 Genuine Toyota Cylinder & Key Set)

 

[slide531]

I couldn't find a tutorial or video either...BUT don't pay that much for the replacement cylinder with keys, that's list price you can get it for around $116 plus shipping from many dealers online, the following link is for a 2018, you didn't state what year, but it's the same part number you posted.

69057-35240 Genuine Toyota Cylinder & Key Set)

Hey, thanks, that was the dealer price when I was trying to figure out what options were. I usually order from Toyota Parts Deal when I do the work myself (which until 185K miles was always .). Appreciate the link though.

Still pretty amazed that I can't find a single reference to this for a 5th gen.

 

[grumpy02]

I can't help with the replacement but a suggestion to maybe save you some money & aggravation. Why not take the new lock cylinder & your old key to the locksmith & have the tumblers reset before you install it? Good luck with your project.

 

[slide531]

I can't help with the replacement but a suggestion to maybe save you some money & aggravation. Why not take the new lock cylinder & your old key to the locksmith & have the tumblers reset before you install it? Good luck with your project.

Yes, that is definitely the way to do it, thanks.

Further note, the 4Runner manual describes the procedure for removing the push button ignition but not a key ignition. There are instructions for removing the key cylinder buried in the instructions for removing the steering column, but not clear which steps are necessary to just remove the cylinder. Looks doable though.

 

[Hungryhawk]

Usually a lock(complete) consists of the outer barrel and the inner lock core. The lock core accepts the key then turns in the barrel.
If the barrel is undamaged you may only need to install a new key core. The key core itself is a far simpler job. Cores can wear out faster than barrels with use - and lubrication can extend their life. Keeping key chain light weight also helps minimize wear.

 

[slide531]

OK, i looked at this today and figured out how to get the lock cylinder out. It is similar to the 4th gen, but there is an additional lever inside a second hole that needs to be opened to release the cylinder.

There is a really confusing low res diagram under the steering column disassembly section of the repair manual (page 5021 if you downloaded it from this forum) that shows the lever. If you look closely at the diagram for an hour or two you can see there is a second hole that the lever is inside.

I put everything back together and ordered the part. I will post a few pictures after I get the new cylinder and take it to a locksmith and then do the actual replacement.

 

[SocalSam]

I know Ford keys and locks because I re-keyed a police cruiser that was fleet keyed. Ford ignition cylinder has different size wafers that correspond to the ridges on the key. It's a matter of having re-key kit with enough different wafers. The hard part is removing the wafer cylinder from the housing. As for the transponder function, there is a ring around the ignition cylinder that reads the key chip. Code is sent to immobilizer which authorizes PCM to start. Ring and ignition cylinder change does no require re-programming. Toyota might be different in detail but the concepts are the same.