TOYOTA OWNERS MUST WATCH. Help prevent theft by shutting off your smart key remote.
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- Опубликовано: 8 авг 2021
- This will help prevent people stealing your smart key remote signal. Save your battery life on your key fobs and I wish i knew about this sooner. Every Toyota owner who has the same key fob should do this. Leave a comment if you need any help. this may not work on all toyota vehicles.
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This is why I prefer a traditional key over this keyless tech, plus it's cheaper to fix if something breaks
I totally agree. I hate push start till this day. Never got use to it. Had push start for 6 years on my wife highlander and still dislike it. Hahaha thx for watching
Yup hate keyless fobs...rented vehicle in Reno had fob, left rental lot drove to Carson city stopped car realized left fob on hood and fell on street in reno!!Reno!!!
Company had no spare, tow co. w/rental no spare.
Needed to tow back, get another vehicle
Paid 334.00
Mind blown! Both my 4Runner keys deactivated and tested my doors. Secured! My neighbours Ford Raptor was stolen out of a grocery store parking lots while they were shopping. Theives had cloned their key and followed them. Security footage showed nothing suspicious - guy just walks up to the truck in plain day, hops in and takes off. Everyone should know this tip and must be an option for all manufacturers.
That's mean the thieves reprogram the key while he walked by them with clones key. Or he was being followed by thieves (cars) when he was driving to shopping. You know like when you stop by the light,he can get signal from your key to my clone key when he was behind you and it activated before the light traffic turn green and they wait until you at the shop. (I just wish car better add face ID or password before start the car😒)
Toyota has done the right thing by making this available to their customers
Thank you for the video. I just tried cutting the FOB signal off on my Toyota RAV4 2021 XLE. Yet it works like a charm, thank you so much!!!
This worked for my 2021 Avalon XSE just as you described. Very useful tip!
I wonder why my dealer's agent did not explain that to me. They probably were just interested in closing the sale and let the owner read from the manual. Thanks for that information.
I have no clue. Your most likely correct, they only care about the sale. I understand that there's a lot to cover. But this is an known issue.
The world we live in.
Mine didn't even know I asked lol
Well, I had a 40 min talk inside the truck before I even drove it off the lot. Watching all of these RUclips videos is teaching me way more about every area of my Tacoma Sport truck. Keep watching more videos and also learn about the peddal commander (as an example).
Great video. Don't blame you for being concerned. Nobody should be able to steal your beautiful truck
Thx brother much appreciated.
Just picked up a Tundra TRD PRO Lunar Rock. Thanks for the video! It makes me super paranoid also now. I’ve seen your older videos and noticed you’re from Minnesota. I’m also from Minnesota and Hmong too!
Yes sir... I saw your lunar rock on the MN tundra crew page. Such a nice color. The MN tundra crew needs a meet so i can see it in real life.
@@sin4459 forsure man! We can definitely meet up sometime soon.
My coworker had his Toyota pickup broken into last night, others too and they were all Toyotas, nothing else. I bought a Avalon last month, wish I knew this before I bought it! I’m trying this tonight
Thank you Sir for the information. I'm from the Philippines and it worked to my Hilux Conquest!
Nice.
Yes, if someone has your signal detected already I would look into changing into another remote signal, if it is available ?? (not sure) That will give you piece of mind -- along with the other awesome things that you have taught us in this cool video as well. If they did a drive by and unlocked your truck they might have see the lights flash to confirm, some of my truck lights flash when unlocked. Thanks for your help.
I think it'd be a good idea to have the key fob signal turn off automatically if you remove the actual key that sits inside of the fob. That would be convenient
On my 23 tacoma I think it does. You can if you sit in the driver's seat lock all doors unlock driver's door manually then pull key out to lock door. The only unlockable door now is my driver's door but smart key won't work until I've exited vehicle again.
I saw a similar video a few week ago. I thought about turning off the key fob but that’s one feature why wanted a new Toyota.
Yeah brother it definitely helps. Did you buy a new vehicle?
Thanks for keeping the streets safe
Lol. Keeping it real lol
Saved this video for when my new car is finally delivered
game changer. Thanks for showing us this
good video. obviously it is convenient which is why they created it this way, you don't have to search for your keys. but you don't want to get your car stolen so just use the old fashioned method of pressing the button. no problem. also you can keep your key in a secure faraday bag to stop the relay
Excellent video thank you so much!
So you have to hit the lock and unlock twice every-time you reuse it to get back into the truck? I had heard if you have a navigation display you can turn off the feature for good in the setting, however not in the audio version of that display. Thanks Sin
I asked the salesman about this as I just bought a new camry, I knew you could turn off the fobs I just couldn't remember how, so I asked him and he had no idea. I had to search and send him a video like this to show him what I was talking about. Kind of concerning not all dealership staff know this.
Yeah... it's ummmm... something that they should know. It only takes a few seconds to learn. Hahaha glad you can teach him.
They are all lazy bastards now. They are making so much money they don't care , and on top of that our salesmen actually knew the amount of time the average consumer has to spend researching their vehicles. Why does everyone have to pay more for less now?🙄
Thank you, very helpful info!
I have a 2019 Corolla hatchback and this works for me.
thank you.I have a question: if your car is on and you move away from it with the key, is it likely to block since the key is far from it!?
I have a metal box I put my keys in case I forget to turn it off when I get home. It works just as good. One advantage in turning off the fob at night though is that you are extending the life of the battery.
Thank u so much that was a big help
Great. Thank you ⭐👍
Just tried it on my 2024 Rav 4 and it works!
It's a little piece of mind. Thx 4 watching
Works with a 2019 Lexus fob - thanks!
Thank you!
Thank You SO Much ……..It works on my 2018 Camry Hybrid
thank you...it works on my Taco TRD Pro
Yes it should work. Make sure you do this on yout Tacoma. People target those the most.
Awesome thank dude
great video, thanks!
Np brother take care
my friend if you use a faraday case it will disable the fob from transmitting too!
I have 2 key fobs that came with my 2016 Sienna. Until just recently I did not know about shutting off a smart key remote. After watching this video I "turned off" both key fobs---left them in the kitchen and went out to my vehicle. I put my hand on the handle and the horn beeped and the door opened. I have attempted several times to turn the smart keys off but doing so, has not provided a satisfactory result. The doors open as they always have. So, I would appreciate the instructions to TURN OFF my key fob and then back on be repeated clearly please.
Works for my 2021 Tacoma. Thanks.
Glad it works.. your taco is on the top list of mid-size truck getting stolen. Be safe out there.
@@sin4459 yep and the tailgate is 2nd on the list. Lock it with your key. Thanks again.
Hello thank you for this helpful video.
I'm using the 2006 Toyota Crown and it not working. How can I do this on this 2006 Toyota Car !!
It only works for this type of key fob i have in the video
It works on your 2022 venza XLE
Mine is 2018 this doesn't work...what to do? I have a Toyota, Sienna.
Or you can wrap it in aluminum foil, and that is as good as turning it off.
I just bought a 4runner that has this keyless entry. I don’t understand why they don’t just make an on/off switch right on the fob.
Yeah i agree, I think all car manufacturers needs to rethink this keyless entry. I'm personally not a fan of this smart key thing and I absolutely hate push start.
@@sin4459 Agreed. I wish they made the keyless entry/push start optional on certain trims. I just do the manual turn off every time after I start the truck and every time after I leave the truck. Yes, it's super annoying to have to do but the peace of mind is worth it. Pushing a button 3 times is better than some scumbag crook stealing your truck. Being a victim of card skimming makes you paranoid about all this kind of technology crime.
What about CAN invasion/injection attack? Any counterneasures?
Been using rfid pouch now I will use both points and disarming. Yes I am paranoid....
I saw this pouches as well. It just sucks that we have to be careful or on the lookout. Stay safe.
My key fob's continual attempts to communicate with my Venza may explain why the fob's battery power is consumed so quickly.
Just tried on my TRD sport with my key fob but have to be about 2 feet away from my taco before it unlocks by itself. Wouldn’t they have to be real close to me then?
The keyfob signal is 500 feet from what everyone saying.
Nope! It emits farther than the receiver for the door is picking up the signal
@@sin4459 I believe it is only 80 feet straight,very poor range. I’m not sure . I had Corolla 09 and was very short range that remote
So I have a 2022 Toyota Highlander XLE with keyless entry and factory remote start, Toyota App on my smartphone, and my key fob doesn't blink. Since I bought my car I didn't turn off this feature or enable it back again. What is different with my key fobs? They don't blink and I can use key less entry and everything else.
Yeah.. that is strange. The key fob should blink if being pressed. Maybe toyota did something different with that particular car, maybe.
Love the mullet
Yes... finally someone recognized it lol. Thx 4 watching brother
works on my 2024 rav4 but light does not blink.
This work but its always back to the normal settings for my tacoma. Do you know if we have to do this every time to turn the keyfob off?
Yes. It became a habit of mine.
@@sin4459 ahh i see. Thanks brother!
I’m considering an after market alarm..any thoughts?
Thanks
I have to also consider that option. I would say if you get an alarm system, get a really good one. I'm not sure whichever is better because i haven't look into it. But that would be my #1 choice is to go aftermarket.
I got the “Viper” alarm; it cost around $1k plus I got an RFID pouch for the stock remote
For me,I would definitely remove the battery. Use the key to unlock then get the fob close to( ignition start) to start my engine. Then turn it off and power door lock before I leave or with my key to lock the door.
Would that work on a 2022 4Runner?
@@noctilucent7396 You have to try if it works or not.
@ShisuiHack what year is your vehicle
@@jenniferbuckner2625 Toyota Corolla SE 2020.
Isn't this also the power saving mode for the FOB battery?
Yes.
does this work for lexus vehicles?
I'm not sure. According to toyota its any vehicle that has this type of keyfob only. You can try it.
So should I deactivate my spear fob if not in use ???
Up to you. I do though
Will it work for Honda cars?
That im not sure of.
This did not work on my 2019 corolla hatchback
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People act like theives cant just break in and hotwire a car they do it with hellcats all the time, had 3 stolen in my factory lot last year. At least you need a signal with a fob, might be easier with a fob but if youre smart with it and deactivate it, itll probably never be stolen
If you turn off the the key fob, how would it start with the push button start or how would you reactivate the key fob again?
You would have to reactivate it. Just push either the lock/unlock button once to restore everything back to normal. Then you can start your vehicle.
To reactivate, I believe you just touch any button,except the red one.
And there is another way to to block the signal, wrap the smart key in aluminium foil. This works to...
Does it turn off perpetually or do you have to literally do this every time you leave your car
Every time. But its only a few clicks and 1 sec out of my life, so it doesn't bother me lol.
@@sin4459 but wouldn't a theif get the one click and that's enough they need? I've heard you can start the truck without a battery in your fob. Might be best to completely remove the battery and just use the physical key to unlock the door, I'm looking at getting a new 4R but their switch to push buttons has me double thinking it...
@@noctilucent7396 to be honest, if they want your vehicle, nothing going to stop them. This can help to a certain extent only. But its a piece of mind.
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I found my car unlocked and running. Someone's stalking me.
How do you turn them back on ?
Just press any button on the key fob
Aside from that keyfob being a flaw in itself, another scheme involves them unlocking your door, connecting to the OBD2 and program your stored key in the car's computer to a blank and drive off. What's so stupid in all these smart key system is that, when the fob is not in range... Why is the start button allowed to turn on "accessories" and "on" for the theives to do so anyway.... Really dumb and overlooked.
Yeah... I've look into that as well. Its smart key for criminal. Thx 4 watching
So you know once they have the signal they can come back a month later, a year later and still take the truck
If they wanted bad enough, they'll take it no matter what. There is nothing you can do about it.
This is how you turn off that signal permanently: ruclips.net/video/GAANnPJp_uk/видео.html
After you do that, you can just use the buttons to lock and unlock the doors. The car will still allow you to start it, but have to put the fob right up to the start button or somewhere in inside the armrest where there is another signal detector.
That was super helpful. Will try it
@@sin4459 okay. I am glad it was helpful to you ☺️
When you say permanently, do you mean forever? I ask sincerely. Thank you!
@@staceys1870 I did, but apparently this only works on certain models I am told.
Not the newer ones.
I don't know why, well I guess I do know why they would that. 😸
@@GoaWay... How interesting!! Sorry for the late reply!! I will watch and go over this now.
Just but an ultimate9 throttle controller. Then you can disable tour throttle and nobody can drive your truck anywhere 😂😂
What about Toyota Prius
If it has that type of key fob it should work.
Yes it works on my 2008 Prius
Not gonna work fully. They can also just go through your OBD port and program a new key fob this way.
Yeah... if they want it bad enough, nothing going to stop them. This will make them do another step hahaha
@@sin4459 that’s why I have ravelco system in mine. Check them out.
If it’s so easy to duplicate why does Toyota charge so much to make another key?
Ok, but… Once your key fob is deactivated, you need to hit the unlock button to unlocked your truck. Am I right? If so, once you hit the unlock button on the key fob, doesn’t that reactivate your key fob? If so, it’s an impractical solution, IMHO…
Well.... that's like most alarms. If anyone wanted to rob you. Nothings going to stop them. Almost everything is impractical if you really think about it.
So every time you unlock the car you have to deactivate the key fob again ?
Unfortunately yes. But its just a few clicks. Doesn't bother me to much.
@@sin4459 thanks for your quick reply 👍🏻
Thank you! I was just going to ask that 😎👍
Or easier buy a RFID fob wallet
I prefer doing this. Just a few clicks and your good. But some ppl prefer the RFID bag. To me its just an hassle, but both option are good.
This does NOT work on my 2012 Prius. Boo Hoo
Well like i said. It wont work on all toyota keyfobs.
"Dumb and Dumber" level of unnecessary "tech" that CAR THIEVES will just Love. Now they can steal your car right in front of you as you're watching them too while eating your pizza. Re tar ded Toyota.
You must have woken up on the wrong side of the bed. I mean, anything can be stolen at gun point.
@@sin4459 Of course, but now with these constantly transmitting Fobs carjacking isn't even necessary since if you forget to deactivate the Fob when parked, yet AGAIN, just once, your car can be stolen as if you left the keys right in it: Fantastic feature! Is that supposed to another "Safety" feature?
@squirelova1815 I understand what you're saying. Personally, I prefer the key. But what can you do.
@@sin4459 Well, I now what I can do: BITCH about it but not to Toyota since I'm pretty sure they won't CARE so instead I Ridicule their insanely STUPID Thief Friendly Fobs.