Lost your key fob or need to program a new one for your 2001 Toyota Sequoia? You’re in the right place. Programming your key fob yourself can save you time and money compared to dealership services. This guide provides a straightforward, step-by-step process to program your 2001 Toyota Sequoia key fob, ensuring you regain remote access to your vehicle quickly and efficiently.
Step-by-Step Guide to Program Your 2001 Toyota Sequoia Key Fob
Follow these instructions carefully to program your 2001 Toyota Sequoia key fob. Ensure you have your new, unprogrammed key fob ready before starting.
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Preparation: Begin with your key removed from the ignition. Make sure the driver’s side door is open, and all other doors are closed. The driver’s door should be unlocked.
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Key Insertion (No Turn): Insert your key into the ignition cylinder, and then immediately pull it out. Do not turn the key at any point during this step.
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Lock/Unlock Cycle (First Set): Within 40 seconds of step 2, use the power lock switch located on the driver’s side door panel. Perform five lock/unlock cycles, starting with the lock action. Maintain a consistent pace of approximately one cycle per second (one cycle equals one lock and one unlock).
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Door and Lock Cycle (Second Set):
a. Close and then open the driver’s side door.
b. Within 40 seconds, repeat the five lock/unlock cycles using the power lock switch, again starting with the lock action and maintaining a one-second cycle pace.
c. Insert the key into the ignition cylinder.
d. Turn the ignition to the “ON” position (do not start the engine), and then turn it back to the “OFF” position.
e. Remove the key from the ignition. -
Programming Mode Confirmation: Within 3 seconds of removing the key in step 4, the power door locks should cycle automatically. This automatic cycling indicates that you have successfully entered programming mode. If the locks do not cycle, return to step 1 and repeat the process.
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Key Fob Programming: Within 40 seconds of entering programming mode:
a. Press and hold both the lock and unlock buttons on the key fob simultaneously for one second.
b. Immediately after releasing both buttons, press and hold only the lock button for two seconds.
c. Within 3 seconds, the door locks should cycle once to indicate successful programming of that key fob. If the door locks do not cycle, or if they cycle twice, repeat steps 6a and 6b, as your remote may not have been accepted.
d. Repeat steps 6a and 6b for each additional new key fob you need to program. -
Final Steps:
a. Close the driver’s side door.
b. Test all programmed key fobs to ensure they are working correctly.
By following these steps, you should be able to program your 2001 Toyota Sequoia key fob successfully. If you encounter any issues, double-check each step and ensure you are within the time limits specified. For further assistance or more complex issues, consider consulting a professional automotive locksmith or your Toyota dealership.
