Are you looking to program a new key fob for your 2003 Toyota RAV4? Losing or damaging your key fob can be a major inconvenience, but fortunately, programming a replacement for your 2003 Toyota RAV4 is a straightforward process you can often do yourself. This guide provides you with step-by-step instructions to program your 2003 Toyota Rav4 Key Fob, saving you time and potentially money compared to dealership programming. Whether you’ve purchased a new key fob online or need to reprogram an existing one, follow these simple steps to get your remote working again in no time.
Here is the programming procedure for a 2003 Toyota Rav4 Key Fob Remote:
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Ensure the key is removed from the ignition.
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Open and unlock only the driver’s side door, while making sure all other doors, including the trunk or hatchback, are completely closed.
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Within a 5-second timeframe, insert your key into the ignition switch and then immediately pull it out. Repeat this insert and pull out action a second time.
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Next, perform a door cycle. Close the driver’s side door, and then open it. Repeat this close and open door cycle one more time.
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Insert the key into the ignition switch one last time, and then remove it.
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Perform another door cycle. Close the driver’s side door, and then open it twice in a row.
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Insert the key into the ignition switch again, and this time, leave it inserted in the ignition.
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Close the driver’s side door.
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Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position for a moment, and then immediately turn it back to the “OFF” position.
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Remove the key completely from the ignition switch.
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At this point, you should observe the door locks cycling – locking and unlocking automatically. This indicates that your 2003 Toyota RAV4 has successfully entered programming mode and is ready to learn the new key fob remote.
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Take your first key fob remote that you wish to program. Press and hold both the “LOCK” and “UNLOCK” buttons simultaneously for approximately 1.5 seconds. After releasing both buttons, immediately press and hold only the “LOCK” button for 2 seconds.
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The door locks should cycle once more to confirm successful programming of this remote. If you have additional key fobs to program, repeat step 12 with each additional remote. If you have programmed all your remotes, proceed to the final step.
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To finalize the programming sequence, simply open the driver’s side door. Programming is now complete, and your 2003 Toyota RAV4 key fob should be fully functional.
If you encounter any difficulties during this programming process or prefer to have a professional handle it for you, you can search for a local key fob programming service in your area. Many automotive locksmiths or key fob specialists can provide programming services.
