I have an intermittent problem with starting my 98 4Runner SR5 V6 automatic. There is no rhyme or reason that it happens, is not repeatable, happens perhaps 15% of the time that I start the truck. So, when I turn the key, I get 1 click, no turning of the starter. I can do this over and over, and will get the same result. As soon as I turn the steering wheel, even a quarter inch (basically removing the tension off the steering wheel lock position), it starts right up. I do not have to hold the steering wheel off of the lock position, I can turn it and let it "snap back" and it will still start. I just have to move the steering wheel. Once I do this, it starts without fail on the first turn of the key. Otherwise, I have absolutely no starting issues. I have never been left stranded by it not starting, but if it is a problem that will escalate, I want to solve it before it does leave me stranded. Hope this is enough detail to explain the problem, and thanks in advance!

 

were you ever able to diagnose and resolve this issue?