Toyota Sienna Keyfob RKE Programming
Programming the RKE keyfob on a Toyota Sienna from 998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 to 2012. is a easy process that can be completed by following these simple instructions.
How to Program Your Toyota Sienna 1998-2003 Keyfob in Easy Steps
- Prepare Vehicle
With the key OUT of the Ignition, OPEN and UNLOCK the Driver’s door.
- Enter Programming Mode – Step 1
INSERT key into Ignition (Do NOT turn it) and REMOVE key.
- Enter Programming Mode – Step 2
PERFORM the following steps WITHIN 40 seconds:
a. Using the power lock switch on the driver’s door, perform 5 lock/unlock cycles starting with lock. Use an even pace and try to go about one cycle per second (1 Cycle = 1 lock and 1 unlock).
b. CLOSE then OPEN Driver’s door.
- Enter Programming Mode – Step 3
PERFORM the following steps WITHIN 40 seconds:
a. Using the power lock switch on the driver’s door, perform 5 lock/unlock cycles starting with lock. Use an even pace and try to go about one cycle per second (1 Cycle = 1 lock and 1 unlock).
b. INSERT key into Ignition.
c. TURN ignition to ON (Do NOT Start) then back to OFF.
– Do this ONCE to retain existing remotes programmed.
– Do this TWICE to ERASE all existing remotes programmed and ADD NEW remote.
– Do this THREE times to CHECK how many remotes are programmed to the vehicle.
– Do this FIVE times to ERASE all existing remotes programmed.d. REMOVE key from Ignition.
- Enter Programming Mode – Step 4
WITHIN 3 seconds the Power Door Locks should cycle LOCK/UNLOCK to signal successful entry into Programming Mode.
- Program Remote
PERFORM the following steps WITHIN 40 seconds:
a. PRESS the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the remote simultaneously for 1 second.
b. PRESS and HOLD the LOCK button for 2 seconds. The Door Locks will cycle LOCK/UNLOCK to indicate successful programming of the remote.
- Program Additional Remotes
REPEAT Steps 6a and 6b for any additional remotes to be programmed.
- EXIT Programming Mode
CLOSE Driver’s Door to EXIT Programming Mode.
- Test Remotes
TEST all remotes. Programming is complete.
- Share
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Programming Notes:
- Verify the following prior to following these instructions:
- Your vehicle is equipped with keyless entry, and
- You have a key fob remote that is compatible with your vehicle.
- Obtain ALL remote transmitters for this vehicle.
- If you have a remote head key with a transponder chip, this procedure will ONLY program the remote portion. You’ll need a Professional Auto Locksmith to cut and program the transponder key that will start the vehicle.
- If you have a remote head key without a transponder chip, this procedure WILL work for your vehicle.
- This procedure DOES NOT work for smart proximity remote key fobs.
Easy Steps for Programming Your Toyota Sienna Keyfob from 2004 to 2012
- Prepare Vehicle
With the key OUT of the Ignition, OPEN and UNLOCK the Driver’s door.
- Enter Programming Mode – Step 1
Perform the following steps within 5 seconds:
a. INSERT key into Ignition (Do NOT turn) and PULL the key out.
b. INSERT key into Ignition (Do NOT turn) and PULL the key out.
- Enter Programming Mode – Step 2
PERFORM the following steps WITHIN 40 seconds:
a. CLOSE then OPEN Driver’s door.
b. CLOSE then OPEN Driver’s door.
c. INSERT key into Ignition (Do NOT turn) and PULL the key out.
- Enter Programming Mode – Step 3
PERFORM the following steps WITHIN 40 seconds:
a. CLOSE then OPEN Driver’s door.
b. CLOSE then OPEN Driver’s door.
c. INSERT the key into the Ignition and LEAVE it in the Ignition.
d. CLOSE the Driver’s door.
- Enter Programming Mode – Step 4
TURN the Ignition to ON position (Do NOT crank engine) then back OFF.
– Do this ONCE to retain existing remotes programmed and ADD NEW remote..
– Do this TWICE to ERASE all existing remotes programmed and ADD NEW remote.
– Do this THREE times to CHECK how many remotes are programmed to the vehicle.
– Do this FIVE times to ERASE all existing remotes programmed. - Enter Programming Mode – Step 6
REMOVE key from Ignition. The power door locks will respond by cycling the locks from LOCK/UNLOCK to signal successful entry into Programming Mode.
- Program Remote
Perform the following steps within 40 seconds:
a. PRESS and HOLD the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the remote simultaneously for 2 seconds. RELEASE.
b. PRESS and HOLD the LOCK button and hold for 2 seconds. RELEASE.
The vehicle will respond by cycling the locks from LOCK to UNLOCK to indicate successful programming of the remote.
- Program Additional Remotes
REPEAT Step 7 for any additional remotes to be programmed, including working ones.
- EXIT Programming Mode
OPEN Driver’s Door to EXIT Programming Mode.
- Test Remotes
TEST all remotes. Programming is complete.
- Share
If these programming instructions helped save you time and money, please consider sharing our website with friends and family so they can do the same.
Programming Notes:
- Verify the following prior to following these instructions:
- Your vehicle is equipped with keyless entry, and
- You have a key fob remote that is compatible with your vehicle.
- Obtain ALL remote transmitters for this vehicle.
- If you have a remote head key with a transponder chip, this procedure will ONLY program the remote portion. You’ll need a Professional Auto Locksmith to cut and program the transponder key that will start the vehicle.
- If you have a remote head key without a transponder chip, this procedure WILL work for your vehicle.
- This procedure DOES NOT work for smart proximity remote key fobs.
Toyota Sienna 2013-2002 Keyfob RKE Programming
To successfully program the RKE key fob on a Toyota Sequoia from the model years 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, or 2022, you will require an OBD 2 scan tool with the keyfob/RKE programming feature.