IT WORKED! Haven’t used my FOB in years. I had to unplug my battery for 10 minutes. I did have to try the programming several times to get it to work. **NOTE** If you’re key does not make a constant beeping sound when inserted, then it will NOT go into programming mode. I had to insert my key and twist it back a little bit in order to get the beeping to stay constant. The beeping is the sensor that your key is in.
Mike Nice job on explaining the fuse and the module in the glove compartment. Teide the battery disconnect and the fuse box. What actually worked was the module in the glove compartment.... Thank you for your help and great explanation. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you!!! The fact that you mentioned to NOT use the valet key saved the day for me…. I tried the reprogramming procedure like 20 times with the damn valet (spare) key!! 😡 why the hell would that even matter???? 😂😂😂
Liked and subscribed all... I just bought a 2007, SR5, Prerunner, 4x2, dual cab, long bed, 4.0 with 83k miles(9-2-20). I have been searching for 2 years now for this type of truck. I just switched out the licence plate, map & interior light thanks to you! I don't have a prob with the Fob at this point. Thanks, Chris
I used one key fob until it stopped working we changed Key fob batteries and everything else I had a second one that came with the truck I started using that it worked great and then it would sometimes work and sometimes not work I changed the battery and it helped for a while and then it would sometimes work and sometimes not work,,,,,one thing I have found if I open up the key fob with a penny for something similar in thickness and then put it back together again it’ll work for a day or so and then I have to open it back up and pull it apart and then push it back together and it’ll work for a day or so. up there where that module is above the glove box is getting mighty close to the airbag deployment area folks probably need to be extremely cautious playing around up in there.
I followed all the steps and everything worked until I got to the part where you press the lock and unlock of the key fob. when I did that step, nothing happened.
I have a 2004 tacoma prerunner I can't program a keyless fob it just doesn't make contact with the fob at all with part is the one work together with the fob?
I have a 2015 SR5 Tundra. The Driver and Front passenger doors will NOT lock with the key fab. It doesn't respond. It will only lock manually. No beep either. The two back passenger doors do respond to the Key fab of opening and closing. HELP 😢
That’s odd. I don’t know anything about Tundras. However, what I would do it reset the ECU and the Door lock Controller. Unplug the battery for 5 min to reset the ECU and for the door lock controller, unplug it. Put new batteries in the Fob as well. If that doesn’t work then you have something else going on like a wiring harness issue. Good luck.
I went to check the ECU unit in my Tacoma that I bought used and the connection cable is there but not the ECU unit to connect it to. How I can buy it? Thanks let me know
If you have two keys that have chips in them, that both currently work on the vehicle (neither of which are the gray valet key), how will programming a new fob as done in this video affect the second key not used? Will it still work? Are there different instructions for programming just an additional key instead of a fob?
Good day, I don't quite understand your question. If both fobs are working, why would you need to reprogram them to sync with the vehicle? If both keys are the factory keys that came with the vehicle you only need to have one to re-sync. If both keys are identical, the other key will work after the re-sync. Cheers.
@@MikeFreda I only have one factory key (with the chip in it). The second key (again, with a chip in it) was duplicated to match that factory key, and also programmed. Both these keys start the vehicle. But I don't know if that makes them identical relative to the computer chip programmed in each key. So if I buy a new key fob, which hasn't been programmed, and I program in it as done in this video, I want to make sure that the duplicated key will still work after the new fob is programmed.
I don't know. I've never done this or needed to do this. Re-syncing the fob is different than re-syncing a key. From what I understand it is more involved. I also believe that both keys need to be the same. There is a Thread on Tacomaworld. "Tacoma Key Programming".
I'm not aware that Gen 2 Tacomas had a Valet Mode. The Grey Key is a Valet key that will not open the glove box or allow you to resync a key fob. Sorry I'm not more help. Try googling you make an model of your vehicle. Cheers
I'm not sure if the Gen 2 programming sequence is the same as the Gen 1 Tacoma's. What I would try is unplugging the main truck battery for 20 min to reset the ECU. Clean your FOB and install new batteries. Make sure you are using the right key. (I heard using the grey valet won't work) If that still does not work, I suspect your fob may be damaged. Try over at the Tacoma forum. They may have some ideas. cheers.
Still won't go into program mode :( Unplugged battery multiple times, even disconnected the ECU from under the glove box multiple times, fresh truck battery, fresh / new fobs n batteries.... still NEVER works! So GD frustrating.
I bought an extra key fob on ebay without knowing its has a different fcc id.. obviously it wont program.. and worst the original fob got knocked out in the system and now wont program too… could a simple ecu reset my solution too?
Unfortunately, I don’t have any experience with that sort of thing. You can try to reset the ECU, won’t hurt anything other than loosing you radio presets. Please let me know how you make out. Cheers.
@@MikeFreda I may be mistake I am no expert here, I tried with my worn out keys for twenty minutes after purchasing a key fob from the dealer. Tried my other key that was not worn and got into programming mode first try with it. I may be missing something, if so I'll edit my comment.
@@MikeFreda yup wasn't the gray key, literally twenty minutes with the worn key. Worth noting said worn key will not unlock the driver door, but will start the vehicle. Key that got me into programming starts and can unlock the door.
I’m not sure if it does. I’d have to look at the schematic to see if the ECU still interacts with that module or not. I guess it doesn’t hurt to try. Cheers.
I’m not really sure. I’ve never had to deal with it that way. Other than taking a multi-meter and checking the pins are output a voltage as per the wiring diagram you may just want to swap out a known working one.
I would try disconnecting battery of the truck and 1/2 hr to reset the ECU and Locking module that is under the glovebox. Install new battery in your fob and make sure you are using the black key (The grey key won't work) If it still fails then you have a failure in one of those items. Cheers
Thanks for your comment. Not really sure why that is. I would try to eliminate the possibly of low batteries (fob and vehicle). Perhaps clean the fob or the programming was not fully registered. You may want to reset the ECU and door lock module by disconnecting the battery for 10-15min.
Interesting. Well, I would check the fob. Take it apart and clean the contacts and install a fresh battery. I would also check all the door pins and the connections to the lock module. (Corrosion).
I can’t believe It’s been like eight years since my key fobs worked. I finally just ordered a replacement pair off eBay for $13 and change and my remote entry works again!!!!! Can’t believe how stoked I am!
Thank you, this worked!! My lock button on the fob wasn’t working on both fobs but unplugging the module and reprograming worked!
You're welcome! Glad it helped! Cheers
IT WORKED! Haven’t used my FOB in years. I had to unplug my battery for 10 minutes. I did have to try the programming several times to get it to work.
**NOTE**
If you’re key does not make a constant beeping sound when inserted, then it will NOT go into programming mode. I had to insert my key and twist it back a little bit in order to get the beeping to stay constant.
The beeping is the sensor that your key is in.
Awesome! Glad it worked out. Cheers.
Mike Nice job on explaining the fuse and the module in the glove compartment. Teide the battery disconnect and the fuse box. What actually worked was the module in the glove compartment.... Thank you for your help and great explanation. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Glad it helped. Thanks for commenting. Cheers.
Did you just disconnect and reconnect the module or got a new one??
Really appreciate you supplying the document attached to this video. Thanks sir!
You’re welcome. Cheers.
nice job, I like how you show the module up through the glove box rather than saying it is up there. :)
Thanks! 👍
Thank you!!! The fact that you mentioned to NOT use the valet key saved the day for me…. I tried the reprogramming procedure like 20 times with the damn valet (spare) key!! 😡 why the hell would that even matter???? 😂😂😂
Glad I could give some advice. I leaned the hard way as well. I found this info out buried deep on the Tacoma forum. Cheers.
Thank you for showing us how to do this, it is very much appreciated.
Liked and subscribed all... I just bought a 2007, SR5, Prerunner, 4x2, dual cab, long bed, 4.0 with 83k miles(9-2-20). I have been searching for 2 years now for this type of truck. I just switched out the licence plate, map & interior light thanks to you! I don't have a prob with the Fob at this point. Thanks, Chris
Going to try this soon! Thanks! My truck hasn’t gone into programming mode for years and I just gave up on it!
Did you figure it out. What was the issue
Just wanted to thank you for including a print out of the fob reset! Much appreciated!
Thank you for the detailed explanation. We appreciate it.
the programming section actually worked on my 2012 tacoma as well
Thats coo! Good to know!
You fixed my problem, thank you!
Thank you, it worked great on both key fobs.
I used one key fob until it stopped working we changed Key fob batteries and everything else I had a second one that came with the truck I started using that it worked great and then it would sometimes work and sometimes not work I changed the battery and it helped for a while and then it would sometimes work and sometimes not work,,,,,one thing I have found if I open up the key fob with a penny for something similar in thickness and then put it back together again it’ll work for a day or so and then I have to open it back up and pull it apart and then push it back together and it’ll work for a day or so. up there where that module is above the glove box is getting mighty close to the airbag deployment area folks probably need to be extremely cautious playing around up in there.
Thanks for commenting. Sounds like your 2nd fob may have a contact issue probably due to some oxidation. Try cleaning all the contacts. cheers.
I followed all the steps and everything worked until I got to the part where you press the lock and unlock of the key fob. when I did that step, nothing happened.
Really helpful. Thank you!!
I have a 2004 tacoma prerunner I can't program a keyless fob it just doesn't make contact with the fob at all with part is the one work together with the fob?
I have a 2015 SR5 Tundra. The Driver and Front passenger doors will NOT lock with the key fab. It doesn't respond. It will only lock manually.
No beep either.
The two back passenger doors do respond to the Key fab of opening and closing. HELP 😢
That’s odd. I don’t know anything about Tundras. However, what I would do it reset the ECU and the Door lock Controller. Unplug the battery for 5 min to reset the ECU and for the door lock controller, unplug it. Put new batteries in the Fob as well. If that doesn’t work then you have something else going on like a wiring harness issue. Good luck.
I went to check the ECU unit in my Tacoma that I bought used and the connection cable is there but not the ECU unit to connect it to. How I can buy it? Thanks let me know
Unfortunately, I do not know. Post your question at Tacoma World Forum. There are some factory techs that frequent there. Cheers.
If you have two keys that have chips in them, that both currently work on the vehicle (neither of which are the gray valet key), how will programming a new fob as done in this video affect the second key not used? Will it still work? Are there different instructions for programming just an additional key instead of a fob?
Good day, I don't quite understand your question. If both fobs are working, why would you need to reprogram them to sync with the vehicle? If both keys are the factory keys that came with the vehicle you only need to have one to re-sync. If both keys are identical, the other key will work after the re-sync. Cheers.
@@MikeFreda I only have one factory key (with the chip in it). The second key (again, with a chip in it) was duplicated to match that factory key, and also programmed. Both these keys start the vehicle. But I don't know if that makes them identical relative to the computer chip programmed in each key. So if I buy a new key fob, which hasn't been programmed, and I program in it as done in this video, I want to make sure that the duplicated key will still work after the new fob is programmed.
I don't know. I've never done this or needed to do this. Re-syncing the fob is different than re-syncing a key. From what I understand it is more involved. I also believe that both keys need to be the same. There is a Thread on Tacomaworld. "Tacoma Key Programming".
How do I make my car go out in valet mode, it doesn’t whistle when I Laquiar the doors?
I'm not aware that Gen 2 Tacomas had a Valet Mode. The Grey Key is a Valet key that will not open the glove box or allow you to resync a key fob. Sorry I'm not more help. Try googling you make an model of your vehicle. Cheers
It comes to programming mode and beeps but doesn't akeyless contact with fob
I'm not sure if the Gen 2 programming sequence is the same as the Gen 1 Tacoma's. What I would try is unplugging the main truck battery for 20 min to reset the ECU. Clean your FOB and install new batteries. Make sure you are using the right key. (I heard using the grey valet won't work) If that still does not work, I suspect your fob may be damaged. Try over at the Tacoma forum. They may have some ideas. cheers.
Still won't go into program mode :( Unplugged battery multiple times, even disconnected the ECU from under the glove box multiple times, fresh truck battery, fresh / new fobs n batteries.... still NEVER works! So GD frustrating.
I bought an extra key fob on ebay without knowing its has a different fcc id.. obviously it wont program.. and worst the original fob got knocked out in the system and now wont program too… could a simple ecu reset my solution too?
Unfortunately, I don’t have any experience with that sort of thing. You can try to reset the ECU, won’t hurt anything other than loosing you radio presets. Please let me know how you make out. Cheers.
Thanks for the video. Just to say that the link for the step-by-step instructions doesn’t work. It says I do not have permission to view the document.
Thanks, The link is fixed! Cheers.
@@MikeFredaWorks perfect! Thanks again.
Learned this earlier that worn out keys won't get you into programming mode, just a heads up.
Good to know. I was not aware of that. Seems odd that if the key can turn the tumbler it wouldn’t allow you to access the programming mode.
@@MikeFreda I may be mistake I am no expert here, I tried with my worn out keys for twenty minutes after purchasing a key fob from the dealer. Tried my other key that was not worn and got into programming mode first try with it. I may be missing something, if so I'll edit my comment.
I do know the “grey” valet key won’t work either.
@@MikeFreda yup wasn't the gray key, literally twenty minutes with the worn key. Worth noting said worn key will not unlock the driver door, but will start the vehicle. Key that got me into programming starts and can unlock the door.
If I disconnect the Fuse of Door lock module is that same as disconnecting it and resetting it?
I’m not sure if it does. I’d have to look at the schematic to see if the ECU still interacts with that module or not. I guess it doesn’t hurt to try. Cheers.
How do you know if the module is faulty?
I’m not really sure. I’ve never had to deal with it that way. Other than taking a multi-meter and checking the pins are output a voltage as per the wiring diagram you may just want to swap out a known working one.
Is there any reason that after following the steps for over 20 time it wouldn’t work on my truck?
I would try disconnecting battery of the truck and 1/2 hr to reset the ECU and Locking module that is under the glovebox. Install new battery in your fob and make sure you are using the black key (The grey key won't work) If it still fails then you have a failure in one of those items. Cheers
Hey I have a 2006 tacoma and when I program a remote and lock the door it locks twice and once I open the door it doesn’t work do you know why?
Thanks for your comment. Not really sure why that is. I would try to eliminate the possibly of low batteries (fob and vehicle). Perhaps clean the fob or the programming was not fully registered. You may want to reset the ECU and door lock module by disconnecting the battery for 10-15min.
Ok, so the lock works most of the time, but unlock is VERY finicky and intermittently works.
ANY IDEAS?
Interesting. Well, I would check the fob. Take it apart and clean the contacts and install a fresh battery. I would also check all the door pins and the connections to the lock module. (Corrosion).
I can’t believe It’s been like eight years since my key fobs worked. I finally just ordered a replacement pair off eBay for $13 and change and my remote entry works again!!!!! Can’t believe how stoked I am!
Would the programming sequence be the same for a RAV4 2013?
Honestly, I’m not sure. Would not hurt to try. Download the print and give it try.
@@MikeFreda i tried it a couple of times, and its a no-go :(
Thanks!
Where do I get another module?
The one under the Dash? Dealer, wrecker or Rock Auto. I’m not sure if your FOB is compatible with aftermarket ones.
anybody try this on a sequoia?
I'm not sure. If its a similar year, they may share the same ECU locking system. Worth a try.
All i have is that grey key and a key fob I ordered on amazon. Will this not work?
I don’t think so. The Grey Key is the Valet key. I don’t believe you can program the locking system with that.