2010 Toyota Sequoia Key Fob Programming: A Step-by-Step Guide

Lost your key fob or need to program a new one for your 2010 Toyota Sequoia? Don’t worry, programming your key fob yourself can save you a trip and expense to the dealership. This comprehensive guide provides you with two straightforward methods to program your 2010 Toyota Sequoia key fob right in your driveway. Whether you’re a seasoned DIYer or a first-timer, these instructions are designed to be easy to follow and get you back on the road quickly.

Method 1: Standard Key Fob Programming Procedure

This method is the primary procedure for programming your 2010 Toyota Sequoia key fob. Ensure you have all the key fobs you wish to program with you before starting, as you’ll need to program them all in one go.

Step 1: Prepare Your Vehicle

Begin by ensuring your Toyota Sequoia is ready for programming.

1. Gather your Transmitters: Have all the key fobs you intend to program for your vehicle readily available.
2. Driver’s Side Door: Make sure all doors are closed except for the driver’s door. Unlock and open the driver’s door. Leave all other doors completely closed throughout this procedure.

Step 2: Initiate Programming Sequence

This step involves a series of key insertions and removals from the ignition.

1. Insert and Remove Key Twice (Quickly): Within 5 seconds, insert your key into the ignition switch (do not turn it to the ‘ON’ position). Immediately pull the key out. Repeat this action once more – insert the key and pull it out again.

Step 3: Door Cycling Sequence

This step involves opening and closing the driver’s door in a specific sequence combined with key insertion.

1. Door Open and Close (Twice): Within 40 seconds of the previous step, close the driver’s door, and then open it. Repeat this sequence – close the driver’s door and open it again.
2. Insert and Remove Key (Once): Immediately after the door cycling, insert the key into the ignition switch (again, do not turn it) and pull it out.

Step 4: Final Door and Ignition Sequence

This is the final sequence to enter programming mode.

1. Door Open and Close (Twice): Within 40 seconds, close the driver’s door, then open it. Repeat – close the driver’s door and open it again.
2. Key in Ignition and Ignition Cycle: Insert the key into the ignition switch and leave it there. Close the driver’s door. Turn the ignition to the ‘ON’ position, then immediately turn it back to the ‘OFF’ position (do not start the engine). Remove the key from the ignition.

Step 5: Confirmation of Programming Mode

Watch for the door locks to cycle automatically.

1. Automatic Door Lock Cycle: Within 3 seconds of removing the key, the power door locks should automatically lock and then unlock. This lock cycle indicates that your 2010 Toyota Sequoia has successfully entered key fob programming mode.
2. Troubleshooting: If the door locks do not cycle at this point, return to Step 1 and carefully repeat the procedure. Alternatively, try the alternate programming procedure described below.

Step 6: Programming the Key Fob Transmitter(s)

Now you will program each key fob transmitter.

1. Simultaneous Button Press: Within 40 seconds of entering programming mode, press and hold both the ‘lock’ and ‘unlock’ buttons on the key fob simultaneously for about 1.5 seconds.
2. Hold ‘Lock’ Button: Immediately after releasing both buttons, press and hold down only the ‘lock’ button on the same key fob.
3. Confirmation Lock Cycle (Single Cycle): Within 10 seconds, the door locks should cycle once (lock and then unlock). This single cycle confirms that the key fob has been successfully programmed.
4. Failed Programming (Double Cycle): If the door locks cycle twice, it indicates that the remote was not accepted. Repeat steps 6A and 6B for that specific remote.
5. Program Additional Remotes: Repeat steps 6A and 6B for each additional key fob you need to program.

Step 7: Exit Programming Mode

To finalize the programming process.

1. Open Driver’s Door: Open the driver’s side door. This action should exit the programming mode.

Your 2010 Toyota Sequoia Key Fob Programming is now complete. Test all programmed key fobs to ensure they are working correctly.

Method 2: Alternate Key Fob Programming Procedure

If the standard procedure doesn’t work for your 2010 Toyota Sequoia, this alternate method might be successful. This procedure also requires having all remotes you wish to program ready.

Step 1: Vehicle Preparation

Ensure your vehicle is ready for the alternate programming procedure.

1. Close All Doors: Make sure all doors on your Toyota Sequoia are fully closed.
2. Open Driver’s Door: Open only the driver’s side door.

Step 2: Key and Door Lock Switch Sequence

This involves a sequence of key insertion/removal and using the vehicle’s door lock switch.

1. Insert and Remove Key: Insert the key into the ignition switch, then immediately remove it.
2. Lock/Unlock Switch Cycling (5 Times): Press and release the ‘LOCK’ and ‘UNLOCK’ buttons on the vehicle’s door lock switch (located on the door panel) alternately at 1-second intervals, repeating this cycle 5 times.
3. Close and Re-open Driver’s Door: Close the driver’s door, and then re-open it.
4. Lock/Unlock Switch Cycling (5 Times Again): Repeat step 2 – press and release the ‘LOCK’ and ‘UNLOCK’ buttons on the vehicle’s door lock switch at 1-second intervals, 5 times again.
5. Insert Key into Ignition: Insert the key into the ignition switch.
6. Ignition Cycle: Turn the ignition to the ‘ON’ position, then immediately back to the ‘OFF’ position (do not start the engine).
7. Remove Key: Remove the key from the ignition switch.

Step 3: Confirmation of Programming Mode

Look for the door locks to cycle, confirming entry into programming mode.

1. Door Lock Cycle Confirmation: The door locks should cycle automatically to confirm that your vehicle has entered the programming mode.

Step 4: Programming the Key Fob Transmitter(s)

The button press sequence varies slightly in this alternate method.

1. Button Press Sequence: For most 2010 Toyota Sequoia models, press and hold both the ‘LOCK’ and ‘UNLOCK’ buttons on the remote simultaneously for 1.5 seconds. Then, immediately press and hold only the ‘LOCK’ button until the door locks cycle.
2. Confirmation Lock Cycle (Single Cycle): The locks should cycle once to confirm successful programming of the key fob. If they cycle twice, the programming has failed.
3. Program Remaining Remotes: Repeat the button procedure in step 4 for any remaining key fobs you need to program.

Step 5: Exit Programming and Test

Finalize the process and test your remotes.

1. Close Driver’s Door: Close the driver’s door to exit the programming mode.
2. Test Remotes: Thoroughly test all programmed key fobs to ensure they are functioning correctly with your 2010 Toyota Sequoia.

Tips for Successful Key Fob Programming

• Work Quickly: Many steps in these procedures have time limits. Read through the instructions thoroughly beforehand and perform the steps as quickly as possible within the given timeframes.
• Use a Timer: If you’re unsure about timing, use a stopwatch or timer to ensure you are within the specified second limits for each step.
• Battery Condition: Ensure the batteries in your key fobs are new and have sufficient charge. Low battery power can sometimes interfere with the programming process.
• Repeat Carefully: If you don’t succeed on your first attempt, carefully re-read the instructions and repeat the procedure exactly. Small deviations can lead to failure.
• Seek Professional Help: If you’ve tried both methods multiple times and are still unable to program your key fobs, it’s best to seek assistance from a professional locksmith or your local Toyota dealership. There might be an underlying issue with your vehicle’s receiver or the key fobs themselves.

By following these detailed steps, you should be able to successfully program your 2010 Toyota Sequoia key fob and regain full remote access to your vehicle. Enjoy the convenience of your programmed key fobs!