Programming your 2006 Toyota Rav4 Key Fob can be a straightforward process, potentially saving you a trip to the dealership. Whether you’ve purchased a new key fob replacement or simply need to reprogram your existing remote, these step-by-step instructions will guide you through the process.
Before you begin, ensure you have all your vehicle keys and the new or existing key fob you wish to program. This procedure is designed for DIY enthusiasts and can be completed without any special tools. Follow these instructions carefully to successfully program your 2006 Toyota RAV4 key fob:
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Start in the Right Position: Make sure your Toyota RAV4 is turned off and the key is removed from the ignition.
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Open Driver’s Side Door: For this programming sequence to work, you need to open and unlock only the driver’s side door. Ensure all other doors, including the trunk or rear hatch, are fully closed.
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Key Insertion Sequence – Step 1: Within a tight 5-second window, insert your key into the ignition switch and then immediately pull it out. Repeat this insertion and removal once more, for a total of two quick cycles.
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Door Cycling Sequence – Step 1: Next, you need to manipulate the driver’s side door. Close the driver’s side door and then open it again. Repeat this close and open action one more time, for a total of two cycles.
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Key Insertion Sequence – Step 2: Insert the key into the ignition switch one last time, and then remove it.
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Door Cycling Sequence – Step 2: Repeat the door close and open cycle as you did before. Close the driver’s side door and then open it. Repeat for a total of two cycles.
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Final Key Insertion: Insert the key into the ignition switch again, but this time, leave it in the ignition. Do not remove it.
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Close Driver’s Door: Close the driver’s side door.
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Ignition Switch Cycles: Now, you will cycle the ignition switch. Turn the ignition to the ‘ON’ position, and then immediately turn it back to the ‘OFF’ position.
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Remove Key: Take the key out of the ignition.
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Confirmation – Locks Cycle: If you have successfully entered programming mode, the door locks on your 2006 Toyota RAV4 will automatically cycle (lock then unlock). This lock cycling is your confirmation that the vehicle is ready to learn the new key fob signal.
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Programming the Fob: Take the first key fob you want to program. Press and hold both the ‘LOCK’ and ‘UNLOCK’ buttons simultaneously for about 1.5 seconds. After releasing both buttons, immediately press and hold only the ‘LOCK’ button for 2 seconds.
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Confirmation – Locks Cycle Again: If the key fob has been successfully programmed, you will see the door locks cycle once more. If you have additional key fobs to program, repeat step 12 with each additional fob. If you are finished programming fobs, proceed to the next step.
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Complete Programming: Open the driver’s side door. This action signals to the vehicle that you have completed the key fob programming process.
By following these steps, you should have successfully programmed your 2006 Toyota RAV4 key fob. If you encounter difficulties or prefer professional assistance, you can search for a local key fob programming service in your area using online search engines with terms like “key fob programming near me”.
