Lost your key fob or need to program a new remote for your 2004 Toyota 4Runner? Programming your key fob yourself can save you time and money compared to dealership services. This guide provides simple, step-by-step instructions to program your 2004 Toyota 4Runner key fob quickly and efficiently at home.
Follow these programming instructions carefully to ensure successful synchronization of your key fob with your vehicle’s system:
- Ensure the key is removed from the ignition.
- Open and unlock only the driver’s side door, leaving all other doors, including the trunk, closed.
- Within 5 seconds, insert your key into the ignition switch and pull it out twice in quick succession.
- Close and then open the driver’s side door twice.
- Insert the key into the ignition and then remove it immediately.
- Again, close and then open the driver’s side door twice.
- Insert the key into the ignition and leave it in this position; do not turn it.
- Close the driver’s side door.
- Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, then immediately back to the OFF position.
- Remove the key from the ignition.
- At this point, the door locks should automatically cycle, locking and unlocking to indicate that your 4Runner has entered programming mode successfully.
- Take the first key fob you wish to program. Press and hold both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons simultaneously for about 1.5 seconds. After releasing both, immediately press and hold only the LOCK button for 2 seconds.
- The door locks will cycle once more to confirm that the remote has been successfully programmed. If you have additional key fobs to program, repeat step 12 for each one. If not, proceed to the next step.
- Open the driver’s side door. This action completes the key fob programming process.
By following these straightforward steps, you should be able to program your 2004 Toyota 4Runner key fob without any special tools. If you encounter any difficulties or prefer professional assistance, you can always find a qualified automotive locksmith in your area for key fob programming services. For key fob replacements and other vehicle needs, visit Keylessentryremotefob.com.
