Hey guys and gals. I have an old hilux, recently been having trouble with what i thought was my ignition barrel. Installed a brand new barrel, still having same problem. I now believe that the problem lies in the steering lock, but my knowledge there is quite limited.
When i try to turn my key from the LOCK position to ACC, it will not go, just a fraction of a turn. The steering lock does not engage as i can turn my wheels either direction to full lock. I have to wiggle the key and steering wheel in the hope that the steering lock finally does engage and only then can i turn the key on.
So i have been getting around the last few weeks afraid to turn it all the way off, leaving a key in the barrel, locking the door and turning off all auxillary items so as not to chew the battery.

Is there anything i can do without replacing the steering column? Maybe a bit of lube? I dont really know how the steering lock works, so thats why im having trouble understanding it all.