Lost your 2000 Toyota Rav4 Key Fob or need to program a new one? As a content creator for keyfobprog.com and an automotive repair expert, I understand the frustration of key fob issues. Luckily, programming a 2000 Toyota RAV4 key fob can often be done yourself at home, saving you a trip to the dealership. This guide provides comprehensive, easy-to-follow instructions to get your key fob programmed and working with your RAV4.
Programming Your 2000 Toyota RAV4 Key Fob: Step-by-Step Instructions
This procedure outlines the standard method for programming your 2000 Toyota RAV4 key fob. Ensure you have all the key fobs you wish to program with you before starting this process, as you’ll need to program them all in one go.
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Prepare Your Vehicle:
- Make sure your 2000 Toyota RAV4 is turned off and the key is removed from the ignition.
- Unlock and open the driver’s side door. It’s crucial that all other doors, including the rear door, are closed throughout this initial process.
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Initiate the Programming Sequence (Part 1):
- Within 5 seconds of opening the driver’s door, insert your key into the ignition switch. Do not turn the key. Immediately remove the key.
- Repeat this insert and remove key action one more time. So, in total, you will insert and remove the key from the ignition twice within 5 seconds.
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Door Cycling Sequence:
- Within 40 seconds of the previous step, close and then open the driver’s door.
- Repeat the close and open door action once more. You should have closed and opened the driver’s door twice in this step.
- Insert the key into the ignition switch again, but this time, leave it in the ignition. Do not turn the key.
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Final Door and Ignition Sequence:
- Within 40 seconds, close the driver’s door.
- Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position, then immediately turn it back to the “OFF” position. Do not start the engine.
- Remove the key from the ignition switch.
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Confirmation of Programming Mode:
- Within 3 seconds of removing the key, you should observe the power door locks automatically lock and then unlock. This lock-unlock cycle indicates that your 2000 Toyota RAV4 has successfully entered programming mode.
- If the door locks do not cycle at this point, double-check each step and repeat the entire procedure from step 1. Alternatively, you can try the alternate programming procedure detailed below.
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Programming the Key Fob Transmitter:
- Simultaneous Button Press: Within 40 seconds of entering programming mode, take your first key fob remote. Press and hold both the “lock” and “unlock” buttons simultaneously for approximately 1.5 seconds.
- Lock Button Press: Immediately after releasing both buttons, press and hold only the “lock” button on the remote. Keep holding it for a few seconds.
- Confirmation Lock Cycle: Within 10 seconds of holding the lock button, the door locks should cycle (lock then unlock) once. This single cycle confirms that the 2000 Toyota RAV4 has successfully accepted the programming of that key fob.
- Troubleshooting Double Cycle: If the door locks cycle twice after performing steps 6A and 6B, it indicates that the remote was not accepted. In this case, repeat steps 6A and 6B for that specific remote.
- Programming Additional Remotes: If you have more key fobs to program, repeat steps 6A and 6B for each additional remote you want to program. Ensure you do this within the 40-second programming window.
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Exit Programming Mode:
- Open the driver’s side door. This action should automatically exit the programming mode.
Now, test each of your programmed 2000 Toyota RAV4 key fobs to ensure they are working correctly by locking and unlocking the doors remotely.
An example of a 2000 Toyota RAV4 key fob. Ensure your key fob matches the type compatible with this programming procedure.
Alternate Programming Procedure for 2000 Toyota RAV4 Key Fobs
If the standard procedure doesn’t work for your 2000 Toyota RAV4, you can try this alternate method. This procedure is also recommended for Toyota Avalon vehicles, while most other Toyota models can use step 10b in this alternate method.
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Vehicle Preparation: Ensure all doors of your 2000 Toyota RAV4 are fully closed.
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Open Driver’s Door: Open only the driver’s side door.
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Ignition Key Insertion: Insert the key into the ignition switch, and then immediately remove it.
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Door Lock Switch Cycling (5 Times): Locate the power door lock switch on your driver’s side door panel. Press the “LOCK” and “UNLOCK” buttons on this switch alternately at 1-second intervals, repeating this cycle a total of 5 times.
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Close and Re-open Driver’s Door: Close the driver’s door completely, and then immediately re-open it.
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Door Lock Switch Cycling Again (5 Times): Repeat step 4. Press the “LOCK” and “UNLOCK” buttons on the vehicle door lock switch alternately at 1-second intervals, 5 times again.
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Insert Key into Ignition: Insert the key into the ignition switch.
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Ignition Cycle (ON/OFF): Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position, then immediately turn it back to the “OFF” position. Do not start the engine.
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Remove Key from Ignition: Remove the key from the ignition switch.
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Confirmation of Programming Mode: The door locks should automatically cycle to confirm entry into programming mode.
- 10a. Toyota Avalon Specific: If you are programming a key fob for a Toyota Avalon, press the “LOCK” button on the remote for a minimum of 1 second.
- 10b. All Other Toyota Vehicles (Including RAV4): For all other Toyota vehicles, including your 2000 Toyota RAV4, press and hold both the “LOCK” and “UNLOCK” buttons together for 1.5 seconds. Immediately after, press and hold only the “LOCK” button until the door locks cycle.
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Programming Confirmation: The door locks should cycle once to confirm successful programming of the key fob. If they cycle twice, the programming for that remote has failed.
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Program Remaining Remotes: Repeat the button procedure from step 10 to program any remaining key fobs you have.
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Exit and Test: Close the driver’s door. Test all programmed remotes to ensure they are functioning correctly with your 2000 Toyota RAV4.
The interior door panel of a Toyota RAV4, highlighting the location of the power door lock switch used in the alternate programming procedure.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully program your 2000 Toyota RAV4 key fob and regain remote access to your vehicle’s locking system. If you encounter persistent issues, it may be necessary to consult a professional automotive locksmith or your local Toyota dealership for assistance.
