Lost your key fob or bought a replacement for your 2006 Toyota Tundra? No need to rush to a dealership and spend a fortune. Programming a new key fob for your 2006 Toyota Tundra can often be done right in your driveway with a few simple steps. This guide will walk you through the process to get your new remote working quickly.
Step-by-Step Guide to Program Your 2006 Toyota Tundra Key Fob
Before you begin, ensure you have your new, compatible key fob for your 2006 Toyota Tundra and that you are inside or very close to your vehicle. Follow these instructions carefully:
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Prepare Your Tundra: Begin by unlocking all doors on your Toyota Tundra. Open the driver’s side door and make sure the ignition is empty – no key should be in the ignition.
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Ignition Sequence Start: Insert your key into the ignition cylinder, then immediately pull it out. Do not turn the key or start the engine during this step.
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Door Lock Cycle – First Round: Within 40 seconds of removing the key, use the power lock button on the driver’s side door panel to perform the following sequence: lock then unlock the doors five times (lock-unlock-lock-unlock-lock-unlock-lock-unlock-lock-unlock).
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Open and Close Driver’s Door: Close the driver’s side door, and then reopen it.
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Door Lock Cycle – Second Round: Again, within 40 seconds, repeat the door lock sequence using the power lock button: lock and then unlock the doors five times (lock-unlock-lock-unlock-lock-unlock-lock-unlock-lock-unlock).
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Ignition Key Cycle: Place the key back into the ignition. Turn the ignition to the “ON” position (just before starting the engine, where the dashboard lights up), and then immediately turn it back to the “OFF” position. Repeat this ignition cycle one more time – ON then OFF.
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Remove Key from Ignition: Pull the key completely out of the ignition.
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Confirmation of Programming Mode: If you’ve successfully entered programming mode, after approximately 5 seconds, you should observe the door locks cycle automatically (lock then unlock). If this lock cycle doesn’t occur, you’ll need to go back to step 1 and carefully repeat the process. Timing and accurate execution are crucial for successful key fob programming.
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Key Fob Activation: Within 40 seconds of the automatic door lock cycle, take your new key fob remote. Press and hold both the “LOCK” and “UNLOCK” buttons simultaneously for one second. Release both buttons, and then immediately press and hold only the “LOCK” button for 3 seconds. If programming is successful for this remote, the power door locks should cycle one more time. If you don’t see this single lock cycle, repeat this step from the beginning of step 9 with the remote, ensuring correct button presses and timing.
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Programming Additional Remotes: If you have more key fobs to program (including previously working remotes, as this process resets the system), repeat step 9 for each additional remote. It’s important to program all remotes you intend to use during this session.
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Exit Programming Mode: To finalize the programming and exit the mode, simply close the driver’s side door.
Congratulations! You should now be able to use your newly programmed key fob to lock and unlock your 2006 Toyota Tundra. If you encounter any issues, double-check each step and ensure you are within the time limits specified. For further assistance or if you prefer professional help, consider contacting a certified автомобильный locksmith or your local Toyota dealership.
