Lost your key fob or need to program a new one for your 2000 Toyota 4Runner? You’re in the right place. Programming your key fob for your 2000 4Runner can be done right in your driveway without any special tools. This guide will walk you through the simple steps to get your keyless entry working again in no time.
Follow these instructions carefully to program your 2000 4Runner key fob:
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Initial Setup. Get comfortable in your 4Runner. Ensure:
- The key is removed from the ignition.
- The driver’s side door is open, and all other doors are closed.
- The driver’s door is unlocked. The status of other door locks doesn’t matter for this process.
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Key Insertion Sequence. Insert your key into the ignition, then immediately pull it out. Do not turn the key on at any point during this step.
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First Lock Cycle and Door Closure (within 40 seconds). Act quickly for the following steps:
- Cycle the power door locks five times using the power lock switch on the driver’s side door panel. Maintain a consistent, relatively fast pace for these cycles.
- After the lock cycling, close and then open the driver’s side door.
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Second Lock Cycle and Ignition Sequence (within 40 seconds). Continue promptly:
- Cycle the power door locks five more times, again at a consistent pace.
- Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position, and then immediately back to the “OFF” position.
- Repeat the previous step once more: Turn the ignition to “ON” and then back to “OFF”.
- Remove the key completely from the ignition.
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Confirmation of Programming Mode Entry. Within 3 seconds of removing the key, listen and watch for the power door locks to cycle automatically. This automatic cycling indicates that your 4Runner has successfully entered programming mode. If the locks do not cycle at this point, return to step 1 and repeat the process.
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Transmitter Programming (within 40 seconds). Program each key fob transmitter:
- Press and hold both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the key fob simultaneously for one second.
- Immediately after releasing both buttons, press and hold only the LOCK button for two seconds.
- Within 3 seconds, the door locks should cycle once (LOCK then UNLOCK). This single cycle confirms successful programming of that specific remote. If the door locks do not cycle, or if they cycle twice, repeat steps 6a and 6b for that remote, as it has not been accepted.
- Repeat steps 6a and 6b for every key fob you need to program, including any existing remotes you wish to continue using. It’s crucial to reprogram all remotes at the same time to ensure they all function.
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Final Step. Close the driver’s door. This action typically completes the programming sequence.
By following these steps, you should have successfully programmed your 2000 4Runner key fob. If you encounter any issues, double-check each step and ensure you are within the time limits specified. Enjoy the convenience of your programmed keyless entry!
