Are you having trouble with your 2007 Toyota Highlander key fob? Perhaps it’s stopped working, or you’ve purchased a new one and need to get it programmed to your vehicle. The good news is, programming a key fob for your 2007 Toyota Highlander can often be done yourself, saving you a trip to the dealership. This guide will provide you with clear, easy-to-follow instructions to program your key fob and get you back on the road with full remote functionality.
Step-by-Step Guide to Program Your 2007 Toyota Highlander Key Fob
Follow these steps carefully to successfully program your 2007 Toyota Highlander key fob:
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Start with the Ignition Off and Driver’s Door Open: Ensure your Toyota Highlander is turned off and the key is removed from the ignition. Open and unlock only the driver’s side door. Make sure all other doors, including the trunk or liftgate, are completely closed.
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Key Insertion and Removal (Twice): Within 5 seconds of opening the driver’s door, insert your key into the ignition switch and then immediately pull it out. Repeat this insert and remove action a second time.
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Driver’s Door Close and Open (Twice): Next, close the driver’s side door, and then open it again. Repeat this close and open action a second time.
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Key Insertion and Removal (Once): Insert the key into the ignition switch one more time, and then immediately remove it.
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Driver’s Door Close and Open (Twice Again): Close the driver’s side door, and then open it again. Repeat this close and open action for the second time.
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Key Insertion and Leave In: Insert the key into the ignition switch and this time, leave it in the ignition. Do not turn the ignition on yet.
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Close Driver’s Door: Close the driver’s side door.
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Ignition ON and OFF: With the key still in the ignition and the driver’s door closed, switch the ignition to the “ON” position, and then immediately switch it back to the “OFF” position. Do not start the engine.
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Remove Key from Ignition: Take the key out of the ignition switch.
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Listen for the Door Locks to Cycle: At this point, the door locks should automatically cycle (lock then unlock). This lock cycling indicates that your 2007 Toyota Highlander has successfully entered programming mode and is ready to accept the key fob signal.
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Programming the Key Fob: Take the key fob remote you wish to program. Press and hold both the “LOCK” and “UNLOCK” buttons simultaneously for about 1.5 seconds. After 1.5 seconds, release both buttons, and immediately press and hold only the “LOCK” button for approximately 2 seconds.
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Confirmation Lock Cycle: The door locks should cycle again (lock then unlock) to confirm that the key fob has been successfully programmed. If you have additional key fobs to program, immediately repeat step 12 for each additional remote.
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Open Driver’s Door to Finalize: To exit the programming mode and finalize the process, simply open the driver’s side door.
Congratulations! You have now programmed your 2007 Toyota Highlander key fob. Test the buttons to ensure they are working correctly, locking and unlocking your doors and activating other remote functions.
If you encounter any difficulties during this programming process, or if you prefer to have a professional handle your key fob programming, you can search for a qualified automotive locksmith or key fob installer in your local area. They will have the expertise and tools to assist you.
