Thank you so much for explaining how to get the key to work without batter/dead battery. I would have been stuck all night, it was 2:30 am and I was stressing how to get home. Thankful i found your video that was VERY descriptive! I watched several others before this one, and they didn't help at all. You're the only one that showed all generations of the keys and what to do and how they work!! Thanks so much!
Im an automotive locksmith and I can tell you it is very easy for a locksmith to make keys from an all keys lost situation on most Toyotas. It takes me 45 minutes tops to make regular chipped keys and prox smart keys. I will say you are correct on the first gen Prius, those are different. Aside from that I did learn a couple of things from this video.
Help!! I bought a 98 Land Cruiser, it only came with a valet key. I went to the local Toyota dealer, he ran the vin and said that the ONLY way I can get a master chip key is for them to take out the "computer system" and send it to a Toyota plant in California so it can be programmed at a cost of about $800 and a 3 week waiting period. Is this accurate? I bought one of those generic programable keys off of Amazon for $24, but as I found out later you cant use a valet key to use as a program key. I've seen videos were guys get a $3 key cut at Walmart and then zip tie the chip key underneath the ignition switch. Ive tried it and it does work but the chip key has to be exact in its position. I feel if I ever lose my valet key I'm screwed. I just wish for a remote key that locks and unlock the doors plus knowing I got the valet key as an emergency backup. Anything else I can do? Thanks!!
Go to a locksmith or find somebody with an alltel scan tool stay away from the dealer You made a big mistake by accepting only a valet key that's a big problem
@The Car Care Nut I know that you actively worked at a dealership at the time of this video, and I just want to say how goddamn much respect I have for you when you're willing to tell us about backdoor and unofficial methods etc. I love that you want to present us with all of our options, explain the pros and the cons, and let us decide for ourselves. That's what mechanics should do anyways, but you're doing that on so many other levels than just "hey this is what's wrong with your car here's the pros and cons". You're honesty is truly inspiring. Can I please come and work for you? You have made me fall in love with Toyotas and I want nothing more than to learn absolutely everything I possibly can about them. I am a computer/electrical engineer with a knack and a passion for diagnostics in general.
@RastaJediX, Please sir, AMD always signs out giving us a blessing... please refrain from using phrase like that, regardless, it may be considered disrespectful.
I love this channel , your just the best guy on cars on the internet , no waffle, no BS, just straight facts, you deserve all the success you can get, hope you go on to get 10 million subscribers you deserve it, keep up the good work and thank you from the UK
My son showed me this channel and I’m learning so much already from your videos ! Never knew one key was a valet key all the years I ve had it. Thanks!
Thank you so much Car Care Nut. You just saved me tones of time and money. I accidently dropped my chip (Withouth knowing it) when I was in the process of changing the battery! Thanks a lot, I found it in the trash, and now the car is starting!! Thank you and Thank God!!!
Love your channel!! We are a family who drove only Toyota because they lasts forever as long as you keep them maintained. Learning so much from your videos! Ty!
AMD, I just bought a SC430 based on your advice from this channel. It is a little scary driving a 20 year old car, but I just keep thinking that it is a Glorified Toyota in a good way. Thanks for all of your work and effort into making this one of the best channels on RUclips.
This makes me feel so much better lol I haven't ever owned a NEW vehicle until this coming week. Buying a brand new TRD off-road premium 4runner and have been concerned about the new 'key' type. My last vehicle was a used rental car from 2007. A Nissan Sentra and it was very basic lol power locks and windows only. Before that I had bought a used 1995 sr5 4runner in high school. Loved both but they both are way technologically behind what I'm buying lol everything on this new one will be new to me. So I've been trying to educate myself before it is here from Japan. This video and several of your other videos have helped me so much!! Thank you for sharing your expertise.
Great video , I’m a professional locksmith of 20 plus years. Almost everything you said was perfectly accurate…. I can do all Toyota transponders and smart keys to present day. The old sienna’s , 4Runners, Avalons etc. the computers behind the glove box or in the sequoias case I think behind the cluster. Those can be reflashed by the right guy don’t need full replacement. I’m about your age , my first Toyota love was the mk3 Supra turbo too, had 2 , one AT, one MT. Then moved on to driving the Lexus LS for the last 16 years. (My 2004 LS 430 in mercury metallic with grey leather and the modem luxury package was the greatest car ever !) still not sure why I sold it … the wife is kinda crazy and said it was too big. So here we go here comes the GS! Last year kinda went back to my roots and got a 17 GS 350 f-sport RWD. What a great modern day Supra sedan if you will. The all weather RX 350 sixteen model year is the other member of the fleet besides the chevy express work horse. Love your channel I’m glad your doing what you love and getting paid by google with all your views ….!
This video should be required watching for all Toyota owners. Wow, so much great information about 'keys'. I've never heard the phrase 'Brick Your Car' either. Can you imagine that happening to you?...The every ECU in the vehicle is locked down. What a nightmare. I own a 2019 Avalon XLE, by the way. ONE THING: There is a small physical key built into the smart key for my model. Operators Manual pages, 112 and 452,453. Use the mechanical key for access, then hold the smart key close to the start/stop button as described. It should work even if the smart key battery is dead. Thanks a lot~!
I’ve seen the bricked car situation after an amateur locksmith tried to program keys. Once you find a good locksmith that knows what they are doing stick with them. They are becoming harder to find but there’s still many locksmiths that have vast experience and know their trade well.
The best video about keys. Thank you for the information. Security issues on our vehicle is a great concern, so if you know you used your last money for that car, use every means to protect it, starting by looking after your keys, using tracking device, steering lock, kill switch and others, just to minimize the chances...even though we all know they can still take your car from you by force using a gun or any means, at least you have done something as a precaution.
Another video with a well done explanation of how various key types work with the Toyota line. I would like to add something that may be useful to a DIY-er like myself in case there's someone reading this who would like to add an extra smart key or two, or replace a lost one. @21:40, you say that used smart keys carry the ID# of the last car that the key was paired / programmed to match, and you say that prevents the car owner from buying a used key as an extra. However, there are used smart keys sold which have been cleared of the car ID#. This will allow a keyless start Toyota owner to reprogram the used key to function with the car. You must make sure that the item listing specifies that the car ID has been cleared! I myself bought two keys to have as extras. When searching to buy a used key, you have to open the plastic case of one of the original keys, remove the little printed circuit board (pcb), and read the number of the main chip (I believe it's the biggest chip on the pcb.) Then choose a used key that HAS THE SAME CHIP! When looking for a used key, the seller listing should either have a good picture of the pcb showing that chip, or have that chip number listed in the item description! As I said, I added two extra keys that way. I also used a copy of the Techstream software to help with the process. I didn't have to go a locksmith or the dealer to get my keys paired to my 2013 Venza, and saved myself $100 or $200. Perhaps even more $$ now, since my experience was about five yrs ago, in 2018.
Thanks for producing another great talk. This one was a fine example of your ability to take a complex system and explain both the system and the concepts behind it in terms that those of us who aren't professional auto mechanics can find informative and entertaining,..
This is another outstanding vlog and imo a must see for any Toyota owner. Wrap the fob in aluminum foil. Due to tthe time it would take what was not mentioned was being protective of smart key from people who carry a radio signal interception device (generally in a back pack) to record the smart key information when it's talking to the cars receiving antenna/s . It can be used to clone another smart key that carried in your pocke if they can get near yout or located in your residence if. they walk up to your front door to pick up the signal. One favorite is sitting in a parking lot waiting for you to came back to you car and hitting the smart keys unlock button or hitting the fob lock button when walking away from your car. Always tough the door handle to lock and unlock the front car doors. Use the metal key or the trunk release tab in the car.. What to do with parking valets was not completely covered. You really don't want them to have control of the smart key fob particularly when they park the car and hang you smart key in a lock box that they often don't close.
On some smart keys you can turn off the key by holding down the button and it doesn't transmit so you don't need the foil to shield the key. Thanks for your info.
I wish the Car Care Nut would address this. I have seen this mentioned on the local TV News. There is a way to use a button press combo that turns off the fob's transmitter, which not only saves the battery, but also prevents thieves with a scanner from cloning your fob's signal.
I went to this Chevy dealer for a pre owned car. They were charging 900 extra to give you 2nd key, tint and wheel locks. I walked out. The car was already tinted, wheel locks were already on and they held 2nd key in the back. Shame on these up sale tactics.
I also had a bad experience buying a Prius from a Chevy dealership. They told us that they could not find the second key until after we had already signed the papers and bought a key replacement insurance policy. On top of that they had performed an oil change prior to our purchase which they severely botched. They over torqued the drain plug bolt and left the oil filter loose. Oil was covering the underside of the car by the time that I changed the oil for the first time (3k miles). Plus I had to get a 2 ft breaker bar to loosen the drain plug.
@@lamar7327 first question I asked how many keys do you have you're going to have to give me at least two they have the scan tool in the back that can make another key easily and cheaply
Another great in informative video brother! Thank you! Had an incident with our 2011 Venza years ago when my wife dropped me off at work and she took off with keys still in my pocket as I drove first. We didn't notice the warning chime at that time telling us that the key was in my pocket and she drove off without it. So the car never shut off (which makes sense as that would be dangerous) but I wished Toyota programmed a display warning on the dash. I had to call her back and give her the key as I know once she has gotten to her job and parked the car she won't be able to restart it.
Early Toyota Sienna vans (as well as other Toyota models early 2000's) can be done by removing the ECU and flashing the 93C chip inside to allow replacement keys to be registered to the vehicle. You are correct the early Siennas cannot be done through OBD2 port. However, a well equipped auto locksmith like myself can flash that chip inside the ECU without the expense of replacing the ECU or any other parts. I have helped many many customers in an all keys lost situation with early Toyotas in this manner. My cost of this service would not total the car at all. Thanks for all your great, helpful videos. EZ-FLASHER is the tool I use to reset the 93C chip with. IF you have one of the early Toyotas with an early immobilizer system and only 1 registered key, a clone of your registered key can be made quite easily and much much cheaper than the cost to get you rolling again in an all keys lost situation. Model and year specific, not all cars the same... Transponder Pros
Best channel on You tube my friend. I have learned so much from your videos and as a result become a loyal Toyota owner. We currently own a 2014 Avalon Hybrid and now I just bought a 2016 4 Runner Premium. Bought both used with confidence as a result of what I've learned from you. We had an 07 Prius we drive all over the country with zero issues too. Thank you for making all this great content. Found this video because the 4 Runner only came with one key and I want to get a second one. Last 4 used cars only had 1 key. Dealers keeping one these days to sell you back maybe? Lol.
I believe that holding the key to the start button (when the battery in the key is dead) uses NFC (near field communication). The signal transmitted from the car is used to provide electrical power to the chip in the key so it can respond.
It can't be NFC. I think it is just an inductive coil being powered by the area around the START button. I say this in a similar manner that the sPen in a Samsung Galaxy Note powers the stylus whenever it is near the screen.
Can some one answer my question. I have 98 3rd gen 4runner with all original keys missing. Right now I have one dumb key for the door and one for the engine and the security system is off. Can I get a new programable keys and reprogram one or will that BRICK the car? I don't believe there are no smart chips for the 98 3rd gen. Thx
What you've described is essentially NFC - an inductor picks up a signal which is used to power a circuit. The powered circuit transmits a code. An HID badge at the door for a control access system does the same thing. So does a vehicle tag. When the vehicle approaches toll and the barrier is lifted.
Great, great video! All part of the modern learning curve now. "Human factors" is the leading cause in most incident investigation findings. Don't lose your keys! (if you can help it)
Question, they had master and valet key on Toyota's back in the late 70's early 80's but it was called a service key in those days, the only thing that was even slightly close to electronics was the wirering battery,starter and alternator which we would rebuild back then,oops I forgot to mention their which we also rebuilt,Carburetor,master cylinder and slave cylinder. I'm old school and I subscribed to your channel for one reason and only one reason,you have a passion for what you do and don't sugarcoat anything. Keep up the good work and stay safe, you and the family.
As always, this is another very informative video. Some of the content I already knew, most of it I didn’t know. Such as the problems one could face if you loose your key and the complicated road Toyota went to make potential thieves’ lives more difficult. Nonetheless, the current Toyota RAV4 is one of the most stolen cars in The Netherlands, despite all Toyota did to make theft of this car as difficult as possible. As a consequence, many owners of RAV4’s having smart keys disable the keyless entry feature. The signals these keys transmit can be received by very special equipment that is then programmed to open the car. Many, mainly Eastern European car theives, use this method. The car gets stolen and totally stripped for parts and never seen again. So either keep your smart key in a metal container or disable the keyless entry feature ( done at the dealership ) would be my advise! Kind regards, Willem, Hekelingen, The Netherlands.
That is the most important point you are making here. Cars are stolen only to be stripped for parts. So you better make sure to use ,multiple level of security on the vehicle, which may be steering lock and more with trustworthy tracking system.
Ahmed these public service videos are so useful, I really appreciate your effort to bring these important & overlooked details to light, Thank You! .....Javi G.
My favorite key system was the one in my brother's pickup. Toggle switch and a push button. Turn on the toggle for ignition, push the button for starter. Never failed. Lots of us live in places where we don't have to lock up our cars, having to pay hundreds for a key anyway is irritating.
What year? The last time I saw one like that was in high school. The A&P program had two SNJ navy trainers (Army air corp AT-6). You had to place your fingers just right so you could use your left on the throttle.
I lost my only key for my 15 camry and had the dealership make one. Wasn't too expensive at $300 but I was able to "clean" the key and reprogram it to the vehicle with techstream without much difficulty when I found it a few months later. Great info AMD.
I bought a smart key for our first 3rd generation Prius from an online remote and key store that had given me great service, but it simply wouldn't program. The dealer said it looked like the key had been used with another car before, and now I know what that means. Fortunately the online store accepted it back.
I had a costumer that went to buy a smart key for a sienna 2019, it looked original to the eye but that key was a counterfeit and this men paid almost the original prize of one, the smart key only worked to open the car but didn’t start it. Always be careful with what you buy online. Also he couldn’t get a refund for that remote.
Thank you for showing the operative side of the keys and the different styles! I found that very helpful. Thank you also for expressing the urgency of replacing any key you lose. It is so easy to put things off. I already keep my keys on different rings, but without your advice, I might not have replaced the lost key as soon as possible.
Thanks for the info when they handed us the smart fob for my Camry hybrid first thing came to mind get protective covers for both keys and change the batteries once a year after watching this I'm going to do one battery at a time and make sure it starts my car before doing the other key
The Silicone REMOTE JACKETS are only 12.00 retail, and though they do not waterproof the remote, they prevent keys from sliding off the table, as well as protect against the physical shock of hitting concrete or tile from elbow height... the trace lines on the circuit board thank you!
A few days ago, one of my smart keys for my 17 RAV4 ended up going through a wash cycle in the laundry. I found it, separated it and removed the battery so it could air dry for a couple of days. A week later I tested and it still works. I am hoping that none of the components will degrade over time because of the submergence in water. It was in a silicone skin which may have helped.
My first guess, if water got inside would be to remove the battery and use WD-40, contact cleaner or mass airflow sensor cleaner just to replace the water with a solvent. I'd think that would stop any potential rust if caught early enough. One week later... Maybe not as effective.
You wasted your time removing the battery etc. A former girlfriend and I bought new '17 Prius Primes a few months apart. A couple of years later she dropped a fob in the deep end of her pool, about 8 feet of water. It was while opening the pool in the spring, so the water was covered with algae and far too murky to see through even after skimming that. She decided it was too dirty to have her kid dive down and feel around for it. So after a week of running the pool filter and getting the water ready to swim in, she sent the kid in to retrieve it. I'd have just fished it out with the skimmer pole, but I think she wanted the kid to feel useful, hahaha. It worked perfectly fine, no disassembly or drying procedure required, after a week in 8 feet of disgusting pool-opening water.
if you ever have a wet key again spray it down with isopropyl alcohol without the battery if possible. The alcohol may wash away the water and replace it and slowly evaporate away. Give it a day or longer to evaporate and that may give you a chance
absolutely the best commentary on toyota keys. I have an 03 camry someone tried to steal breaking the column and a used column was installed and it will not pare with the ecms
Great stuff, AMD! I've owned two Toyotas with smart keys and I've been happy with both of them. No significant problems apart from EMI in some locations preventing me from opening the doors in my 2007 Camry (I no longer own this car). I found them to be as reliable as they were convenient.
Way back I had a smart key on my car so if somebody else parked it l could make the horn beep til I found the car. That would be helpful now in a parking lot with so many cars looking the same.
Skai-view ---- Never heard of a Valet Key ? How is that even possible? Do you only buy used vehicles & your not given the owners manual & no valet key or only one key? Owners manuals are on the internet if don't have one. Do you go through life & never discuss vehicles with anyone?
@@pczapp827 used to buy only used cars but recently bought 2020 camry xse and 2021 4runner limited but no valet keys. Only got 2 key fobs per car and inside the fobs there is those little keys if the battery dies. Is that the valet key?
Some brands/models don't have valet keys. A lower priced car without a locking glovebox and without a lockable trunk (such as a hatchback where you can reach over the back seat into the cargo area) have no need for a valet key. Valet keys basically don't allow access to a locked glovebox.
@@njsongwriter The irony is those poorly designed locks can be picked in seconds… Best to not keep valuables in the vehicle. I always mention to the customer to remove cash, expensive technology, and tools as we aren’t responsible for then if stolen.
Thanks for the info, as it's a tough subject to get reliable DIY info on! FEEDBACK: Please consider adding a few basic graphics to the video highlighting "key" categories: SMART/DUMB KEYS, CHIP/CHIP-LESS KEYS, REGULAR/VALET KEYS...and programming options, guidelines, etc. Even a few basic charts or summary diagrams would be quite helpful. You've have a ton of knowledge and expertise, and a great heart; a few graphical additions could really put your Care Care Nut videos over the top! Thanks!!
I've had good luck with a few vendors that can cut the key with a photo. Was able to get 2 keys and fobs for an SC430 for $50 and re-program with the door sequence, worked well (both master keys). Beats spending $200+ at dealer for each
Toyota noticed the rising theft trends on their customers cars and got real serious about making them almost theft proof ( And reliable - too many non Toyota car owners end up fighting problems with the flaky security systems on their cars ). I really appreciate that. Thanks for the info. I got two new chip keys made and programmed for my 08 Tundra when one key wore down to not working for about $200. The locksmith appreciated that I had kept the key code tag that came with the new truck key set as it saved him time looking up specs for cutting the new ones to OEM dimensions.
@@meeder78 That’s 100% wrong. There is no function on any scanner either official or unofficial to start the vehicle without a key that has been programmed. I’m very experienced with both official TechStream Toyota/Lexus/Scion software plus third party software. Stop spreading false information.
When I 1st got my 19 prius. I'd wash my car at car wash & was worried it would lock my fob in my car. Didnt know it wont lock itself. Bc when Im washing the handles, it lockd/unlockd. ALSO, smart keys, keep away when wrkn on car. (changing oil/brake jobs). GREAT info AMD. U reminded me, 2yrs & I forgot about fob battery! I need to get one as a back up. 😁
Thank you bro for all your videos. I only buy Toyota and lexus vehicles. My lexus ls430 2001 has 327000 miles. Original engine and transmission original starter and alternator. Just regular maintenance. And change the timing belt every 100,00
On my 2015 Sienna I noticed once in a great while when the car doesn't start, my keys are under my cell phone in my left pocket, every time lol. Also I noticed when using the comfort open feature, you place your hand on the handle to unlock. I notice when I go a little fast the door doesn't unlock in time, I'm guessing the correct procedure is just how you showed by placing hand on handle first as opposed to just opening it real quick.
Remote battery MAY be getting low. Get PANASONIC replacements, and put on a meter. I throw away any battery measuring UNDER 3.16V. They should be between 3.16-3.26V Proximity Remotes require TOP OF CHARGE batteries and begin to fail when at the 2.95-3V level
I tried the used smart key from eBay and as AMD said, it didn’t work. The tech at Toyota couldn’t detect nor wipe the previous programming, so thankfully I was able to return the key that I got on eBay and buy the smart key from Toyota.
Well, i got one new one from ebay for prius and the software as well .I Everything worked as it should.. of course YMMW Btw, my total was less than $85 vs SoCal Toyota dealers msrp of min. $350+tax
Thanks for this important information. Quite complicated to understand or comprehend the computer logic that makes it work. The best policy is to always keep the other key safe at home just incase you loose the main key and immediately go the dealership and get another copy before you loose both.
Good things about Toyota, you always can program it with open and close doors sequence and eventually programed the new copy key. Older cars can use used remote. Newer one must use new keys.
Thanks for this video AMD, good work. Wondering if you could do a mini part 2 showing us how to turn off the different key fobs to stop them from transmitting RF signal for security purposes and perhaps even to conserve battery life. Thanks again.
On my toyota key fob press and hold the lock button while at the same time pressing "unlock" twice. The light will flash 4 times and it will be turned off. If you want to unlock your car you then must physically press the unlock button. After doing that it will be turned on again and operate normally This is also called "battery saver mode" in the owners manual.
Saw some videos that stated the smart keys emit a signal continuously that can be picked up by a thief's receiver and duplicated to allow them to steal the car. Hence, there are many products being sold to elecrrically insulate the key fob. The Toyota key allows you to turn the key off (and presumably reduce battery usage) by holding the "lock" button while pressing another button twice; the feature is listed in the owner' manual. The key is reactivated by simply pressing any button. It's also a useful feature for spare keys that will just be sitting around for a, long time. Surprised he didn't address this.
High end car thieves in Europe don't waste their time on Toyota or Lexus... The videos are always of 6-figure cars. 😲 Some guy stands by the bedroom of a house with a box while another is at the car... I'm presuming if you get caught with that equipment you're toast anyway.
Find a buddy with a good scan tool You can program Tell them to turn off unused keys Or your key so no one can grab your program code and install it in a blank new So many crooks are scanning for key codes now, turn your key off only takes a second Turn off hold lock, hit unlock twice Thanks much always learning from your videos
Another warning: On our CRV, if the key is in my pocket with my phone and the phone is between the key and the car, it blocks the signal. Same if my wife has the key in her purse with her phone between the key and car. Blocks it. I hear RUclipsrs all the time talking about how sometimes the key works and sometimes it doesn't. Could be as simple as this. Good Video-thanks.
We (temporarily) have two Priuses. I started to take the 2007 and the dog for a walk, but had second thoughts and decided to take the 2017 instead, so I went back to the house and got the key for it. Got out with the dog (on a very, very cold day), and when we returned to the car it wouldn't start. After several long minutes of panic, I found the 2007 key in my pocket and it occurred to me it might be interfering, so I took it out of the car and set it down (on the ice) about 20 feet away. Got back in, car wouldn't start. I called my wife to come get us, then thought, Well, maybe 40 feet would work. YES!!. Got hold of my wife as she was pulling out of the garage. All OK.
Great video! Did you mention how to turn off the smart key? Hold down the lock button and press the unlock twice. The light will flash twice and that’s the indication that it is off. This saves battery life for say second key that is not used much and also doesn’t allow scammers to interact with the key. Just pushing any button will turn it back on. Going to the car when off car will not do anything. You have to push a button to wake it back up. Thanks!
Probably not, but better safe than sorry. Besides, idk if just being in the pouch will conserve the battery as much as putting it into battery saver mode will
@@StephenHeuman - most definitely it’ll conserve the battery by turning it off. I was going to buy one of the pouches, but since I use it for my spares, which I don’t use a whole lot I’ll just use the button sequence to turn them off now. Gotta love all this technology.
Great video , something else you could have added is how to turn on and off the key by holding down the button so it wouldn't transmit some people don't know about that.
On a 2019 Corolla hatchback you hold down the lock button, then hit unlock 2 times rapidly. The red light will flash 3 or4 times to show activation. Hit any button to disengage battery saver mode.
Dude...Wow! the Vid came out just in time as I was meaning to ask you about a Car-Jacking scenario. Learned not only about the immobilizer, but also about resetting the smart key and useful tips for the future especially about the Diagnosis and problems. Great job so keep these informative videos coming. I keep watching to see what good stuff you put out that I can implement for my 2021 RAV4 Prime. On a side note.... hey...I got a Worx Bench like the one you are using.. They sure are handy and multi-useful. And as you said at 28:54 mark...The moral of the story is: Never stop listening, never stop watching and never ever stop learning, for the tips you receive today, may someday help you in the future! Take care and stay safe! JT
Really great video. I hate these chip keys and this video helps a lot for someone trying to do there own work or who just doesn’t want to get ripped off
This may be an uncommon scenario, but I lost one of my mechanical clicker keys for my 2018 Toyota 4Runner, and not only did I want to replace it, but I decided to make some additional backup keys (masters and valets). On my car it turns out there is a limit of 6 ID slots in the computer, and the lost key still occupied one of them. So I was limited in how many additional replacements I could make (over the remaining clicker and valet key I still had). In my case I needed the slot occupied by the lost key, and the locksmith needed all the keys present (minus obviously the lost one) in order to erase the memory (thus freeing the slot used by the lost key) and add them all back.
I wanted to add some more info about blade keys with clickers. The door lock/unlock (clicker) function appears to be unrelated to the programming to get the blade to start the engine. I believe that in order to program the blade the key has to fit and be able to turn the lock barrel. The programming will allow the vehicle to start, otherwise it just cranks. It's a long story, but in my case I had two clicker keys whose blades got accidentally destroyed by a locksmith. I cut off the blades and filed them flush with the plastic case, and put them on keyrings with my valet keys, allowing the doors to be unlocked from afar. These clickers were still occupying programming slots. Later, when I ran out of slots, I had the locksmith do an erase of the pre-existing programming and re-program the keys with working blades. Since the bladeless clickers can no longer be re-programmed due to not being able to be inserted into the lock, they no longer take up slots, but the door lock/unlock functions still work. Hope all of that makes sense.
You probably already know this or have a later video on this topic. The smart key signal code can be stolen by car jackers by an iPhone. They can take the car. There is a video out on how to disarm this smart key feature. It also sounds like it can be disabled by the system, from what you're saying, with a part you said in your video. This other video shows how to disable it with the fob so the signal stops. Thank you for all the information today. As always, lots of good information! Appreciate it!.
@@Lunas2525 I have had GM cars that had the chip on the key. You could not give me a GM vehicle. It doesn't matter with them who would want to steal a GM car ? I kissed the ground when I was free of them.😆
The smart remotes toyota models that have the HD radio / Sirius XM can remote start your vehicle. Press your lock button then press your lock button again then press and hold your lock button until the light on your vehicles turn on then your vehicle will start.
🙏Thank you for this. By far the best explanation on the web. You are GREAT at this! Seriously. Everything about you: Your knowledge, your skill as a teacher, your personality, your integrity and your onscreen presence. You may make more money here, but you should be on TV doing this. It could feed your online traffic, too!
This video was perfect timing for me. I just bought a 2012 4 Runner SR5 that uses a chip key. The dealer only gave me 1 key. I ordered 2 key fobs off Ebay and was planning getting them programmed but I found a web site that shows you how to program your new key fob after you have a locksmith cut the key by using the original key fob and by inserting into the ignition and following a series of gas pedal and brake pedal presses. Is this actually possible?
Amazingly informative! An incredible, easy-to-follow explanation of a complex subject. I have learned so much from your videos. Thank you for all of your work. You choose interesting topics and provide fantastic, engaging explanations of each topic and great camera shots and editing make for an excellent package!!!!!
Hi AMD. Great video as usual! I am looking to get a third key as a spare that I’ll tuck away in case I lose my main key. The dealer quoted me about $300-400 for a complete key. However, I found an aftermarket DIY solution that costs about $200 for a complete key. The solution involves renting a device that hooks into the OBD2 port of the car to add/remove keys. Here’s my question: is there a risk of bricking the ECUs in my car by using this solution? I’ll only be adding an aftermarket key to the authorized key list. I will not be hacking the vehicle ID as you mentioned in your video. Thanks for any advice.
Very good video. One of the first things I did when i got mine was to get a spare set of keys. cost a bit of money but one set is put in the safe deposit box just in case (i did remove the battery which shouldn't cause it to lose its programming I Don't think as i have another that has gone 3 years without a battery and it works fine when doing the "overrride" ( i did this on purpose). But so anyway, I had two additional smart keys programmed so I have a total of 4 with at least (there's actually 2) in the safe deposit box. Again, it costs a bit up front but can save you in the end if you do lose your primary set of keys, you have an extra set to fall back on if you need to (and luckily since I'm the only driver, I have 3 spares basically with two being locked up, but accessible if needed). So basically I have at least one that pretty much never will get used and only for the sake of reprogramming or in an absolute emergency, but so far I have yet to lose a key. Personally I wouldn't use a lock smith unless it's something like unlocking a mechanical key lock. but for programming, I wouldn't. I'd rather just pay the dealer to do it. At least you know dealers are less likely (or not likel) to do sketchy things (that is, if you have a good one you trust, same with the lock smith but I'd have more trust in the dealer when it comes to this). But again, the key is to just prepare yourself ahead and have spare keys (like I do) on hand and keep on in a safe place (along with the key ID sticker, which is needed to make mechanical keys).
I had a company to come out and make an extra key fob for my 2020 Camry XLE. It is an OME Toyota key fob. The next day I started getting a message on my dash between the speedometer and tachometer that said a new key fob had been made for my car. It came on everyday. Three days later I called the Toyota dealership and they told me if you ever have a new key fob made for the car it will alert you that a key has been made in case it was without your authorization. ⚠️ I think the message appeared on my dash for 8 to 10 days.. These cars are really smart and will alert you of impending theft as well.
@@volvo09 It sure surprised me.. also if I go out in the winter and there is a chance of slick roads the car will warn me of that.. How does it know? It will warn you when it is actually a chance of it being slick and not just on a cold and dry day..
Thanks for this video - technology - as you know, it can be great, and it can be frustrating. I, and several other 2021 RAV4 Prime owners, have noticed on rare occasion the vehicle will appear to be completely unresponsive to either smart key (with known working batteries). The only way into the vehicle is with the manual key, then the alarm goes off and you can then push a button on the smart key to stop the alarm, and immediately everything goes back to normal. I would consider possible radio interference, however, both keys begin working immediately after the alarm goes off when opening the door with the manual key, whereas neither key worked prior to opening the door. Thoughts/suggestions? I captured a video of it in case I need to show the dealer. Thanks!
possibly, too many operations of remote in a short time will disable remotes until reset, such as by cycling locks. Also, your locks could be out of sync, due to a rear right door latch malfunction, or partially locked tailgate. ( I have no idea why the right rear door, something is going on I can not profess to know ) But the answer may be right from the video....that OTHER DEVICES ARE ACTIVATING THE REMOTE, and thus preventing proper function
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The right rear door might be closest to where the transponder is hidden.
You are the Man 👏👏👏👏Yup C-HR wouldn't Start 😲Been playing with central head display /my Toyota account 🧐appears I un ticked something to do with locks 😱Yes held SMART key on button Restart Put a tick in the box for locks 🥳
I bought my '08 Lexus used a few years back, only came with one key that didn't remote very well, even with a new battery. I'm sure when the car was traded in to the dealership, the seller didn't bring in the second key or any other keys. Didn't want to solve this myself so a couple years ago, went to a trusted locksmith for $250 to get a copy made. Programming took 20 min or so. Been working great since. Plan on getting another one made because it's good to have at least two good keys. I guess that first key will be my valet? And then I'll have a total three keys. In the long run I wouldn't mind getting a valet key.
Thank you so much this saved me time and money your caption is great! I've subscribed and hope to see more from you ! The best video about this process other videos are lengthy
In 2019 I purchased a 2012 Tundra - sadly it only came with 1 key and 1 fob. Getting a spare key is not cheap - $200 for the key and $200 for the fob. And where I live, our government says that only the dealer can do this. Grrrr. Might follow another person's lead - they removed the chip from the key and then glued it in by the ignition. The key then worked fine as a mechanical key
Thank you for giving this much info, I am 30+ year mechanic I'm working on one 98 Lexus I replace the ECU and I completely forgot that the key needs to be programmed I gave wrong quote to the customer, I almost regret getting involved, it had a code internal ECU failure the car had stalled on her and won't start the next day she towed in and the car started here and it had a code in it internal ECU failure so the proper way is to replace the ECU except that now I have key nightmare, what if I spend money with lock smith and this new computer is no good after all it's from a junk yard then I have to pay one more time to re-program it. There goes all the profit. As a general rule when a car is old generally customers don't want to spend money. Sometimes I want to quite this trade.
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Thank you so much for explaining how to get the key to work without batter/dead battery. I would have been stuck all night, it was 2:30 am and I was stressing how to get home. Thankful i found your video that was VERY descriptive! I watched several others before this one, and they didn't help at all. You're the only one that showed all generations of the keys and what to do and how they work!! Thanks so much!
Im an automotive locksmith and I can tell you it is very easy for a locksmith to make keys from an all keys lost situation on most Toyotas. It takes me 45 minutes tops to make regular chipped keys and prox smart keys. I will say you are correct on the first gen Prius, those are different. Aside from that I did learn a couple of things from this video.
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Help!! I bought a 98 Land Cruiser, it only came with a valet key. I went to the local Toyota dealer, he ran the vin and said that the ONLY way I can get a master chip key is for them to take out the "computer system" and send it to a Toyota plant in California so it can be programmed at a cost of about $800 and a 3 week waiting period. Is this accurate? I bought one of those generic programable keys off of Amazon for $24, but as I found out later you cant use a valet key to use as a program key. I've seen videos were guys get a $3 key cut at Walmart and then zip tie the chip key underneath the ignition switch. Ive tried it and it does work but the chip key has to be exact in its position. I feel if I ever lose my valet key I'm screwed. I just wish for a remote key that locks and unlock the doors plus knowing I got the valet key as an emergency backup. Anything else I can do? Thanks!!
Go to a locksmith or find somebody with an alltel scan tool stay away from the dealer
You made a big mistake by accepting only a valet key that's a big problem
@@N9IWJ Thanks, yes lessoned learned. It was the only key that came with the car at auction.
Those Prius' are trouble
@The Car Care Nut I know that you actively worked at a dealership at the time of this video, and I just want to say how goddamn much respect I have for you when you're willing to tell us about backdoor and unofficial methods etc. I love that you want to present us with all of our options, explain the pros and the cons, and let us decide for ourselves. That's what mechanics should do anyways, but you're doing that on so many other levels than just "hey this is what's wrong with your car here's the pros and cons". You're honesty is truly inspiring. Can I please come and work for you? You have made me fall in love with Toyotas and I want nothing more than to learn absolutely everything I possibly can about them. I am a computer/electrical engineer with a knack and a passion for diagnostics in general.
Great! Hearing the truth with honest people.
What great info ! Millions should watch your videos !
You are much appreciated. . .God Bless You !!!
@RastaJediX, Please sir, AMD always signs out giving us a blessing... please refrain from using phrase like that, regardless, it may be considered disrespectful.
Damming God is disrespectful.
I agree ! Totally unacceptable !
I love this channel , your just the best guy on cars on the internet , no waffle, no BS, just straight facts, you deserve all the success you can get, hope you go on to get 10 million subscribers you deserve it, keep up the good work and thank you from the UK
My son showed me this channel and I’m learning so much already from your videos ! Never knew one key was a valet key all the years I ve had it. Thanks!
Thank you so much Car Care Nut. You just saved me tones of time and money. I accidently dropped my chip (Withouth knowing it) when I was in the process of changing the battery! Thanks a lot, I found it in the trash, and now the car is starting!! Thank you and Thank God!!!
Love your channel!! We are a family who drove only Toyota because they lasts forever as long as you keep them maintained. Learning so much from your videos! Ty!
AMD, I just bought a SC430 based on your advice from this channel. It is a little scary driving a 20 year old car, but I just keep thinking that it is a Glorified Toyota in a good way. Thanks for all of your work and effort into making this one of the best channels on RUclips.
This makes me feel so much better lol I haven't ever owned a NEW vehicle until this coming week. Buying a brand new TRD off-road premium 4runner and have been concerned about the new 'key' type. My last vehicle was a used rental car from 2007. A Nissan Sentra and it was very basic lol power locks and windows only. Before that I had bought a used 1995 sr5 4runner in high school. Loved both but they both are way technologically behind what I'm buying lol everything on this new one will be new to me. So I've been trying to educate myself before it is here from Japan. This video and several of your other videos have helped me so much!! Thank you for sharing your expertise.
Great video , I’m a professional locksmith of 20 plus years. Almost everything you said was perfectly accurate…. I can do all Toyota transponders and smart keys to present day. The old sienna’s , 4Runners, Avalons etc. the computers behind the glove box or in the sequoias case I think behind the cluster. Those can be reflashed by the right guy don’t need full replacement.
I’m about your age , my first Toyota love was the mk3 Supra turbo too, had 2 , one AT, one MT. Then moved on to driving the Lexus LS for the last 16 years. (My 2004 LS 430 in mercury metallic with grey leather and the modem luxury package was the greatest car ever !) still not sure why I sold it … the wife is kinda crazy and said it was too big. So here we go here comes the GS!
Last year kinda went back to my roots and got a 17 GS 350 f-sport RWD. What a great modern day Supra sedan if you will. The all weather RX 350 sixteen model year is the other member of the fleet besides the chevy express work horse.
Love your channel I’m glad your doing what you love and getting paid by google with all your views ….!
Hi Locksmith5625. What is a good key programming machine today? is Autel Maxiim KM100X a good one if I want to be a auto locksmith?
Hello sir ihve Toyota camery 2000 2.2 l lost all keys wich computer i dhoud replace with mobilizer the one behind clove compartment
don't replace the mobilizer . . You best locksmith, can reflash
Your videos are just so helpful for a female preparing for a Toyota delivery 🇦🇺
My 2011 Toyota Avalon's Smart key is water proof.
Washed it for about an hour last week and it still works great.
This video should be required watching for all Toyota owners. Wow, so much great information about 'keys'. I've never heard the phrase 'Brick Your Car' either.
Can you imagine that happening to you?...The every ECU in the vehicle is locked down. What a nightmare. I own a 2019 Avalon XLE, by the way.
ONE THING: There is a small physical key built into the smart key for my model. Operators Manual pages, 112 and 452,453. Use the mechanical key for access, then hold the smart key close to the start/stop button as described. It should work even if the smart key battery is dead. Thanks a lot~!
I’ve seen the bricked car situation after an amateur locksmith tried to program keys. Once you find a good locksmith that knows what they are doing stick with them. They are becoming harder to find but there’s still many locksmiths that have vast experience and know their trade well.
The best video about keys. Thank you for the information. Security issues on our vehicle is a great concern, so if you know you used your last money for that car, use every means to protect it, starting by looking after your keys, using tracking device, steering lock, kill switch and others, just to minimize the chances...even though we all know they can still take your car from you by force using a gun or any means, at least you have done something as a precaution.
Another video with a well done explanation of how various key types work with the Toyota line. I would like to add something that may be useful to a DIY-er like myself in case there's someone reading this who would like to add an extra smart key or two, or replace a lost one.
@21:40, you say that used smart keys carry the ID# of the last car that the key was paired / programmed to match, and you say that prevents the car owner from buying a used key as an extra. However, there are used smart keys sold which have been cleared of the car ID#. This will allow a keyless start Toyota owner to reprogram the used key to function with the car. You must make sure that the item listing specifies that the car ID has been cleared!
I myself bought two keys to have as extras. When searching to buy a used key, you have to open the plastic case of one of the original keys, remove the little printed circuit board (pcb), and read the number of the main chip (I believe it's the biggest chip on the pcb.) Then choose a used key that HAS THE SAME CHIP! When looking for a used key, the seller listing should either have a good picture of the pcb showing that chip, or have that chip number listed in the item description!
As I said, I added two extra keys that way. I also used a copy of the Techstream software to help with the process. I didn't have to go a locksmith or the dealer to get my keys paired to my 2013 Venza, and saved myself $100 or $200. Perhaps even more $$ now, since my experience was about five yrs ago, in 2018.
Thanks for producing another great talk. This one was a fine example of your ability to take a complex system and explain both the system and the concepts behind it in terms that those of us who aren't professional auto mechanics can find informative and entertaining,..
Thank you Ed!
This is another outstanding vlog and imo a must see for any Toyota owner. Wrap the fob in aluminum foil. Due to tthe time it would take what was not mentioned was being protective of smart key from people who carry a radio signal interception device (generally in a back pack) to record the smart key information when it's talking to the cars receiving antenna/s . It can be used to clone another smart key that carried in your pocke if they can get near yout or located in your residence if. they walk up to your front door to pick up the signal. One favorite is sitting in a parking lot waiting for you to came back to you car and hitting the smart keys unlock button or hitting the fob lock button when walking away from your car. Always tough the door handle to lock and unlock the front car doors. Use the metal key or the trunk release tab in the car.. What to do with parking valets was not completely covered. You really don't want them to have control of the smart key fob particularly when they park the car and hang you smart key in a lock box that they often don't close.
On some smart keys you can turn off the key by holding down the button and it doesn't transmit so you don't need the foil to shield the key. Thanks for your info.
I wish the Car Care Nut would address this. I have seen this mentioned on the local TV News. There is a way to use a button press combo that turns off the fob's transmitter, which not only saves the battery, but also prevents thieves with a scanner from cloning your fob's signal.
I went to this Chevy dealer for a pre owned car. They were charging 900 extra to give you 2nd key, tint and wheel locks. I walked out. The car was already tinted, wheel locks were already on and they held 2nd key in the back. Shame on these up sale tactics.
Good for you for walking away.
Not all chevy dealers will skin u.
I also had a bad experience buying a Prius from a Chevy dealership. They told us that they could not find the second key until after we had already signed the papers and bought a key replacement insurance policy. On top of that they had performed an oil change prior to our purchase which they severely botched. They over torqued the drain plug bolt and left the oil filter loose. Oil was covering the underside of the car by the time that I changed the oil for the first time (3k miles). Plus I had to get a 2 ft breaker bar to loosen the drain plug.
Stay away from the dealer go to a locksmith with a very good computer
Scan tool
@@lamar7327 first question I asked how many keys do you have you're going to have to give me at least two they have the scan tool in the back that can make another key easily and cheaply
Another great in informative video brother! Thank you! Had an incident with our 2011 Venza years ago when my wife dropped me off at work and she took off with keys still in my pocket as I drove first. We didn't notice the warning chime at that time telling us that the key was in my pocket and she drove off without it. So the car never shut off (which makes sense as that would be dangerous) but I wished Toyota programmed a display warning on the dash. I had to call her back and give her the key as I know once she has gotten to her job and parked the car she won't be able to restart it.
Your videos are priceless for me as a Toyota service advisor. Thank You!!
Early Toyota Sienna vans (as well as other Toyota models early 2000's) can be done by removing the ECU and flashing the 93C chip inside to allow replacement keys to be registered to the vehicle. You are correct the early Siennas cannot be done through OBD2 port. However, a well equipped auto locksmith like myself can flash that chip inside the ECU without the expense of replacing the ECU or any other parts. I have helped many many customers in an all keys lost situation with early Toyotas in this manner. My cost of this service would not total the car at all. Thanks for all your great, helpful videos. EZ-FLASHER is the tool I use to reset the 93C chip with. IF you have one of the early Toyotas with an early immobilizer system and only 1 registered key, a clone of your registered key can be made quite easily and much much cheaper than the cost to get you rolling again in an all keys lost situation. Model and year specific, not all cars the same... Transponder Pros
Thanks for this EZ flasher info. Which budget friendly programmer will you recommend for the 5th Generation Smart key (8A)? 2019 till date.
I wish u were near I have a 2003 toyt avalon no key
Best channel on You tube my friend. I have learned so much from your videos and as a result become a loyal Toyota owner. We currently own a 2014 Avalon Hybrid and now I just bought a 2016 4 Runner Premium. Bought both used with confidence as a result of what I've learned from you. We had an 07 Prius we drive all over the country with zero issues too. Thank you for making all this great content. Found this video because the 4 Runner only came with one key and I want to get a second one. Last 4 used cars only had 1 key. Dealers keeping one these days to sell you back maybe? Lol.
I believe that holding the key to the start button (when the battery in the key is dead) uses NFC (near field communication). The signal transmitted from the car is used to provide electrical power to the chip in the key so it can respond.
It can't be NFC. I think it is just an inductive coil being powered by the area around the START button. I say this in a similar manner that the sPen in a Samsung Galaxy Note powers the stylus whenever it is near the screen.
Can some one answer my question. I have 98 3rd gen 4runner with all original keys missing. Right now I have one dumb key for the door and one for the engine and the security system is off. Can I get a new programable keys and reprogram one or will that BRICK the car? I don't believe there are no smart chips for the 98 3rd gen. Thx
@@Asian_Connection I don't see any reason why it shouldn't go as smoothly as you are suggesting for a 98 model.
It’s an inductive coil and all manufacturers do this incase of emergencies
What you've described is essentially NFC - an inductor picks up a signal which is used to power a circuit.
The powered circuit transmits a code.
An HID badge at the door for a control access system does the same thing.
So does a vehicle tag. When the vehicle approaches toll and the barrier is lifted.
Learned a lot. Important stuff. Triple thumbs up for this one. 👍👍👍
Thank you and God bless you, AMD. This is why I want a 1984 Toyota Corolla!
I've been driving my car with the valet key. Now I'm using the master key, thanks
Very important information every Toyota owner should know.
Thank God for the wisdom of my fellow man! A very informative & straight to the point view. Thank you!
Great, great video! All part of the modern learning curve now. "Human factors" is the leading cause in most incident investigation findings. Don't lose your keys! (if you can help it)
Question, they had master and valet key on Toyota's back in the late 70's early 80's but it was called a service key in those days, the only thing that was even slightly close to electronics was the wirering battery,starter and alternator which we would rebuild back then,oops I forgot to mention their which we also rebuilt,Carburetor,master cylinder and slave cylinder.
I'm old school and I subscribed to your channel for one reason and only one reason,you have a passion for what you do and don't sugarcoat anything.
Keep up the good work and stay safe, you and the family.
As always, this is another very informative video. Some of the content I already knew, most of it I didn’t know. Such as the problems one could face if you loose your key and the complicated road Toyota went to make potential thieves’ lives more difficult. Nonetheless, the current Toyota RAV4 is one of the most stolen cars in The Netherlands, despite all Toyota did to make theft of this car as difficult as possible. As a consequence, many owners of RAV4’s having smart keys disable the keyless entry feature. The signals these keys transmit can be received by very special equipment that is then programmed to open the car. Many, mainly Eastern European car theives, use this method. The car gets stolen and totally stripped for parts and never seen again. So either keep your smart key in a metal container or disable the keyless entry feature ( done at the dealership ) would be my advise! Kind regards, Willem, Hekelingen, The Netherlands.
Ok that's my fear about smart everything. I don't think the 2021 models can be deactivated to go back to use an old school mechanic key.
That is the most important point you are making here. Cars are stolen only to be stripped for parts. So you better make sure to use ,multiple level of security on the vehicle, which may be steering lock and more with trustworthy tracking system.
@@raphaelmahumane1648 Thieves laugh when they see The Club.
@@sd906238 lol, knowing it can' stop them....
Great info, thanks
I have a 2002 Lexus ES300 but only one master key [and a valet key],so I'm glad I watched your interesting video.Many thanks.
I also have a situation like you, did you ever get a chip key programmed?
Thank you AMD for another great video. As I said many times, would be good to have more technicians as you are. Priceless.
Ahmed these public service videos are so useful, I really appreciate your effort to bring these important & overlooked details to light, Thank You! .....Javi G.
My favorite key system was the one in my brother's pickup. Toggle switch and a push button. Turn on the toggle for ignition, push the button for starter. Never failed. Lots of us live in places where we don't have to lock up our cars, having to pay hundreds for a key anyway is irritating.
What year? The last time I saw one like that was in high school. The A&P program had two SNJ navy trainers (Army air corp AT-6). You had to place your fingers just right so you could use your left on the throttle.
I lost my only key for my 15 camry and had the dealership make one. Wasn't too expensive at $300 but I was able to "clean" the key and reprogram it to the vehicle with techstream without much difficulty when I found it a few months later. Great info AMD.
Great video, I'm a locksmith but I don't work on ignitions or car keys but as a Toyota fan and owner of 4 Toyotas it great information to know 👍😀😊
Good advice. I bought my 05 Corolla used from a private owner and don't have a second key. I'll get one now. Thanks
I bought a smart key for our first 3rd generation Prius from an online remote and key store that had given me great service, but it simply wouldn't program. The dealer said it looked like the key had been used with another car before, and now I know what that means. Fortunately the online store accepted it back.
I had a costumer that went to buy a smart key for a sienna 2019, it looked original to the eye but that key was a counterfeit and this men paid almost the original prize of one, the smart key only worked to open the car but didn’t start it. Always be careful with what you buy online. Also he couldn’t get a refund for that remote.
Thank you for showing the operative side of the keys and the different styles! I found that very helpful. Thank you also for expressing the urgency of replacing any key you lose. It is so easy to put things off. I already keep my keys on different rings, but without your advice, I might not have replaced the lost key as soon as possible.
Thanks for the info when they handed us the smart fob for my Camry hybrid first thing came to mind get protective covers for both keys and change the batteries once a year after watching this I'm going to do one battery at a time and make sure it starts my car before doing the other key
The Silicone REMOTE JACKETS are only 12.00 retail, and though they do not waterproof the remote, they prevent keys from sliding off the table, as well as protect against the physical shock of hitting concrete or tile from elbow height... the trace lines on the circuit board thank you!
@@citylockapolytechnikeyllcc7936 True. If you want waterproofing, buy a waterproof pouch!
A few days ago, one of my smart keys for my 17 RAV4 ended up going through a wash cycle in the laundry. I found it, separated it and removed the battery so it could air dry for a couple of days. A week later I tested and it still works. I am hoping that none of the components will degrade over time because of the submergence in water. It was in a silicone skin which may have helped.
I’ve done exactly the same thing to my 14 RAV4. Turns out the key is somehow waterproof with a gasket.
My first guess, if water got inside would be to remove the battery and use WD-40, contact cleaner or mass airflow sensor cleaner just to replace the water with a solvent. I'd think that would stop any potential rust if caught early enough.
One week later... Maybe not as effective.
You wasted your time removing the battery etc. A former girlfriend and I bought new '17 Prius Primes a few months apart. A couple of years later she dropped a fob in the deep end of her pool, about 8 feet of water. It was while opening the pool in the spring, so the water was covered with algae and far too murky to see through even after skimming that. She decided it was too dirty to have her kid dive down and feel around for it. So after a week of running the pool filter and getting the water ready to swim in, she sent the kid in to retrieve it. I'd have just fished it out with the skimmer pole, but I think she wanted the kid to feel useful, hahaha. It worked perfectly fine, no disassembly or drying procedure required, after a week in 8 feet of disgusting pool-opening water.
if you ever have a wet key again spray it down with isopropyl alcohol without the battery if possible. The alcohol may wash away the water and replace it and slowly evaporate away. Give it a day or longer to evaporate and that may give you a chance
I learned so much watching this. Thanks for the information. I love your channel.
absolutely the best commentary on toyota keys. I have an 03 camry someone tried to steal breaking the column and a used column was installed and it will not pare with the ecms
Great stuff, AMD! I've owned two Toyotas with smart keys and I've been happy with both of them. No significant problems apart from EMI in some locations preventing me from opening the doors in my 2007 Camry (I no longer own this car). I found them to be as reliable as they were convenient.
You “like”. Then you say “EMI”.
That negates your “like”
Excellent information! Thank you so much for taking the time to make these extremely informative videos!
Way back I had a smart key on my car so if somebody else parked it l could make the horn beep til I found the car. That would be helpful now in a parking lot with so many cars looking the same.
Thank you very much for shinning the light on all dark areas of the Toyota world. job well done. I have watched many of your videos, all excellent.
Never knew or heard of a valet key, learned a lot of new things about the smart key today. Very interesting video.👍
Skai-view ---- Never heard of a Valet Key ?
How is that even possible?
Do you only buy used vehicles & your not given
the owners manual & no valet key or only one key?
Owners manuals are on the internet if don't have one.
Do you go through life & never discuss vehicles with anyone?
@@pczapp827 used to buy only used cars but recently bought 2020 camry xse and 2021 4runner limited but no valet keys. Only got 2 key fobs per car and inside the fobs there is those little keys if the battery dies. Is that the valet key?
@@pczapp827 My car does have valet mode that could be why there is no specific valet key
Some brands/models don't have valet keys. A lower priced car without a locking glovebox and without a lockable trunk (such as a hatchback where you can reach over the back seat into the cargo area) have no need for a valet key. Valet keys basically don't allow access to a locked glovebox.
@@njsongwriter The irony is those poorly designed locks can be picked in seconds… Best to not keep valuables in the vehicle. I always mention to the customer to remove cash, expensive technology, and tools as we aren’t responsible for then if stolen.
Thanks so much for one of the finest car/truck videos I've ever seen! Well done.I
Thanks for the info, as it's a tough subject to get reliable DIY info on! FEEDBACK: Please consider adding a few basic graphics to the video highlighting "key" categories: SMART/DUMB KEYS, CHIP/CHIP-LESS KEYS, REGULAR/VALET KEYS...and programming options, guidelines, etc.
Even a few basic charts or summary diagrams would be quite helpful.
You've have a ton of knowledge and expertise, and a great heart; a few graphical additions could really put your Care Care Nut videos over the top! Thanks!!
I've had good luck with a few vendors that can cut the key with a photo. Was able to get 2 keys and fobs for an SC430 for $50 and re-program with the door sequence, worked well (both master keys). Beats spending $200+ at dealer for each
Toyota noticed the rising theft trends on their customers cars and got real serious about making them almost theft proof ( And reliable - too many non Toyota car owners end up fighting problems with the flaky security systems on their cars ). I really appreciate that. Thanks for the info. I got two new chip keys made and programmed for my 08 Tundra when one key wore down to not working for about $200. The locksmith appreciated that I had kept the key code tag that came with the new truck key set as it saved him time looking up specs for cutting the new ones to OEM dimensions.
Even the latest generation Toyota's get stolen quite easily. The thief only needs access to the OBD-2 port to program a new key.
@@meeder78 just get the one with key ignition instead of push to start... problems solved
@@alvinsimba734 even those can be stolen quite easily. A lof of them can be started through the ODB interface without a key being present.
@@meeder78 I mean If a thief wants to steal the car they can but with the key it will take more time for them to get in.
@@meeder78 That’s 100% wrong. There is no function on any scanner either official or unofficial to start the vehicle without a key that has been programmed. I’m very experienced with both official TechStream Toyota/Lexus/Scion software plus third party software. Stop spreading false information.
Who know there was so much to the keys. Great video learned a lot and did not think that I would.
So great to learn. Definitely a useful video that people can continually come back to. 👌
When I 1st got my 19 prius. I'd wash my car at car wash & was worried it would lock my fob in my car. Didnt know it wont lock itself. Bc when Im washing the handles, it lockd/unlockd. ALSO, smart keys, keep away when wrkn on car. (changing oil/brake jobs). GREAT info AMD. U reminded me, 2yrs & I forgot about fob battery! I need to get one as a back up. 😁
The Car Wizard mentioned that in one of his videos. Draining the oil and finding out the car was ready and just snoozing is no fun, I suppose.
That's an easy way to get your car stolen at the car wash, take your key fob with you.
I learned a lot by watching your videos. Thanks a lot.
Thank you bro for all your videos. I only buy Toyota and lexus vehicles. My lexus ls430 2001 has 327000 miles. Original engine and transmission original starter and alternator. Just regular maintenance. And change the timing belt every 100,00
On my 2015 Sienna I noticed once in a great while when the car doesn't start, my keys are under my cell phone in my left pocket, every time lol. Also I noticed when using the comfort open feature, you place your hand on the handle to unlock. I notice when I go a little fast the door doesn't unlock in time, I'm guessing the correct procedure is just how you showed by placing hand on handle first as opposed to just opening it real quick.
Remote battery MAY be getting low. Get PANASONIC replacements, and put on a meter. I throw away any battery measuring UNDER 3.16V. They should be between 3.16-3.26V Proximity Remotes require TOP OF CHARGE batteries and begin to fail when at the 2.95-3V level
Thanks for making my day and taking time to make this video. It's so refreshing to see the info I was looking for.
I tried the used smart key from eBay and as AMD said, it didn’t work. The tech at Toyota couldn’t detect nor wipe the previous programming, so thankfully I was able to return the key that I got on eBay and buy the smart key from Toyota.
Well, i got one new one from ebay for prius and the software as well .I Everything worked as it should.. of course YMMW Btw, my total was less than $85 vs SoCal Toyota dealers msrp of min. $350+tax
Thumbs up for the simplicity in your detailed explanation. You are damn good.
Excellent... It is easy to understand.. May the Lord bless you too!!!
Thanks for this important information. Quite complicated to understand or comprehend the computer logic that makes it work. The best policy is to always keep the other key safe at home just incase you loose the main key and immediately go the dealership and get another copy before you loose both.
Good things about Toyota, you always can program it with open and close doors sequence and eventually programed the new copy key. Older cars can use used remote. Newer one must use new keys.
Excellent presentation!. I've only seen a few other videos or yours recently, and all were excellent. You earned my subscription.👍
Thanks for this video AMD, good work. Wondering if you could do a mini part 2 showing us how to turn off the different key fobs to stop them from transmitting RF signal for security purposes and perhaps even to conserve battery life. Thanks again.
On my toyota key fob press and hold the lock button while at the same time pressing "unlock" twice. The light will flash 4 times and it will be turned off. If you want to unlock your car you then must physically press the unlock button. After doing that it will be turned on again and operate normally
This is also called "battery saver mode" in the owners manual.
Thank you for another excellent video. You are truly master Yoda when it comes to anything Toyota
Saw some videos that stated the smart keys emit a signal continuously that can be picked up by a thief's receiver and duplicated to allow them to steal the car. Hence, there are many products being sold to elecrrically insulate the key fob. The Toyota key allows you to turn the key off (and presumably reduce battery usage) by holding the "lock" button while pressing another button twice; the feature is listed in the owner' manual. The key is reactivated by simply pressing any button. It's also a useful feature for spare keys that will just be sitting around for a, long time. Surprised he didn't address this.
High end car thieves in Europe don't waste their time on Toyota or Lexus... The videos are always of 6-figure cars. 😲
Some guy stands by the bedroom of a house with a box while another is at the car... I'm presuming if you get caught with that equipment you're toast anyway.
@@seanpop2886 Rav4’s are being stolen left and right in Europe so best to take the precautions if you need to :p
@@seanpop2886 Thanks for this great info Sean eases my mind
I just learned about deactivating the smart key today. Good advice. Other option is a faraday cage pocket that blocks signals to and from the fob
Can I turn off the smart key and just use the physical key all the time?
Find a buddy with a good scan tool
You can program
Tell them to turn off unused keys
Or your key so no one can grab your program code and install it in a blank new
So many crooks are scanning for key codes now, turn your key off only takes a second
Turn off hold lock, hit unlock twice
Thanks much always learning from your videos
Another warning: On our CRV, if the key is in my pocket with my phone and the phone is between the key and the car, it blocks the signal. Same if my wife has the key in her purse with her phone between the key and car. Blocks it. I hear RUclipsrs all the time talking about how sometimes the key works and sometimes it doesn't. Could be as simple as this. Good Video-thanks.
We (temporarily) have two Priuses. I started to take the 2007 and the dog for a walk, but had second thoughts and decided to take the 2017 instead, so I went back to the house and got the key for it. Got out with the dog (on a very, very cold day), and when we returned to the car it wouldn't start. After several long minutes of panic, I found the 2007 key in my pocket and it occurred to me it might be interfering, so I took it out of the car and set it down (on the ice) about 20 feet away. Got back in, car wouldn't start. I called my wife to come get us, then thought, Well, maybe 40 feet would work. YES!!. Got hold of my wife as she was pulling out of the garage. All OK.
Great video! Did you mention how to turn off the smart key? Hold down the lock button and press the unlock twice. The light will flash twice and that’s the indication that it is off. This saves battery life for say second key that is not used much and also doesn’t allow scammers to interact with the key. Just pushing any button will turn it back on. Going to the car when off car will not do anything. You have to push a button to wake it back up. Thanks!
I do that and then I put it in a farady pouch I bought on amazon
@@StephenHeuman faraday pouch too? Not necessary right. I think I would just put it in the pouch.
Probably not, but better safe than sorry. Besides, idk if just being in the pouch will conserve the battery as much as putting it into battery saver mode will
@@StephenHeuman - most definitely it’ll conserve the battery by turning it off. I was going to buy one of the pouches, but since I use it for my spares, which I don’t use a whole lot I’ll just use the button sequence to turn them off now. Gotta love all this technology.
Great video , something else you could have added is how to turn on and off the key by holding down the button so it wouldn't transmit some people don't know about that.
Which button?
@@mrhwtf6600
Obviously “The button”. It’s testosterone speak.
Come on man!
On a 2019 Corolla hatchback you hold down the lock button, then hit unlock 2 times rapidly. The red light will flash 3 or4 times to show activation. Hit any button to disengage battery saver mode.
Dude...Wow! the Vid came out just in time as I was meaning to ask you about a Car-Jacking scenario. Learned not only about the immobilizer, but also about resetting the smart key and useful tips for the future especially about the Diagnosis and problems. Great job so keep these informative videos coming. I keep watching to see what good stuff you put out that I can implement for my 2021 RAV4 Prime.
On a side note.... hey...I got a Worx Bench like the one you are using.. They sure are handy and multi-useful.
And as you said at 28:54 mark...The moral of the story is: Never stop listening, never stop watching and never ever stop learning, for the tips you receive today, may someday help you in the future!
Take care and stay safe!
JT
Nobody can remember a 1/8 of a lifetime of non stop technological space age change and jargon.
Be serious. We are all winging it.
@Mark Vermeulen yeah. You're right about that...
Great videos you produce with loads of valuable information!
Really great video. I hate these chip keys and this video helps a lot for someone trying to do there own work or who just doesn’t want to get ripped off
This may be an uncommon scenario, but I lost one of my mechanical clicker keys for my 2018 Toyota 4Runner, and not only did I want to replace it, but I decided to make some additional backup keys (masters and valets). On my car it turns out there is a limit of 6 ID slots in the computer, and the lost key still occupied one of them. So I was limited in how many additional replacements I could make (over the remaining clicker and valet key I still had). In my case I needed the slot occupied by the lost key, and the locksmith needed all the keys present (minus obviously the lost one) in order to erase the memory (thus freeing the slot used by the lost key) and add them all back.
I wanted to add some more info about blade keys with clickers. The door lock/unlock (clicker) function appears to be unrelated to the programming to get the blade to start the engine. I believe that in order to program the blade the key has to fit and be able to turn the lock barrel. The programming will allow the vehicle to start, otherwise it just cranks. It's a long story, but in my case I had two clicker keys whose blades got accidentally destroyed by a locksmith. I cut off the blades and filed them flush with the plastic case, and put them on keyrings with my valet keys, allowing the doors to be unlocked from afar. These clickers were still occupying programming slots. Later, when I ran out of slots, I had the locksmith do an erase of the pre-existing programming and re-program the keys with working blades. Since the bladeless clickers can no longer be re-programmed due to not being able to be inserted into the lock, they no longer take up slots, but the door lock/unlock functions still work. Hope all of that makes sense.
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Very éducative and useful. Thank you for your excellent channel.
You probably already know this or have a later video on this topic. The smart key signal code can be stolen by car jackers by an iPhone. They can take the car. There is a video out on how to disarm this smart key feature. It also sounds like it can be disabled by the system, from what you're saying, with a part you said in your video. This other video shows how to disable it with the fob so the signal stops.
Thank you for all the information today. As always, lots of good information! Appreciate it!.
I keep my keys at home in a Faraday box to help prevent someone cloning the signal
can you share the link to the video you mentioned?
I sure do miss the good ole days. A flat metal key and no computers.
I don`t ... I have SO much more FUN NOW !!!!
Car thieves miss those days, too. Hondas were notorious for being easily stolen with a worn down key.
@@flagmichael I remember that.
My Buick had a chip key my Toyota doesn't it has a dumb key
@@Lunas2525 I have had GM cars that had the chip on the key. You could not give me a GM vehicle. It doesn't matter with them who would want to steal a GM car ? I kissed the ground when I was free of them.😆
Great information. Now I understand my Prius keys better.
The smart remotes toyota models that have the HD radio / Sirius XM can remote start your vehicle. Press your lock button then press your lock button again then press and hold your lock button until the light on your vehicles turn on then your vehicle will start.
🙏Thank you for this. By far the best explanation on the web. You are GREAT at this! Seriously. Everything about you: Your knowledge, your skill as a teacher, your personality, your integrity and your onscreen presence. You may make more money here, but you should be on TV doing this. It could feed your online traffic, too!
This video was perfect timing for me. I just bought a 2012 4 Runner SR5 that uses a chip key. The dealer only gave me 1 key. I ordered 2 key fobs off Ebay and was planning getting them programmed but I found a web site that shows you how to program your new key fob after you have a locksmith cut the key by using the original key fob and by inserting into the ignition and following a series of gas pedal and brake pedal presses. Is this actually possible?
Hi! the 2012 cannot be programmed manually like the older models. Some aftermarket scan tools can pull it off.
Amazingly informative! An incredible, easy-to-follow explanation of a complex subject. I have learned so much from your videos. Thank you for all of your work. You choose interesting topics and provide fantastic, engaging explanations of each topic and great camera shots and editing make for an excellent package!!!!!
Awesome information 👍🏻🇨🇦
I love your channel
Very simple in plain words
Good job
Thank you
Hi AMD. Great video as usual! I am looking to get a third key as a spare that I’ll tuck away in case I lose my main key. The dealer quoted me about $300-400 for a complete key. However, I found an aftermarket DIY solution that costs about $200 for a complete key. The solution involves renting a device that hooks into the OBD2 port of the car to add/remove keys. Here’s my question: is there a risk of bricking the ECUs in my car by using this solution? I’ll only be adding an aftermarket key to the authorized key list. I will not be hacking the vehicle ID as you mentioned in your video. Thanks for any advice.
Very good video. One of the first things I did when i got mine was to get a spare set of keys. cost a bit of money but one set is put in the safe deposit box just in case (i did remove the battery which shouldn't cause it to lose its programming I Don't think as i have another that has gone 3 years without a battery and it works fine when doing the "overrride" ( i did this on purpose). But so anyway, I had two additional smart keys programmed so I have a total of 4 with at least (there's actually 2) in the safe deposit box. Again, it costs a bit up front but can save you in the end if you do lose your primary set of keys, you have an extra set to fall back on if you need to (and luckily since I'm the only driver, I have 3 spares basically with two being locked up, but accessible if needed). So basically I have at least one that pretty much never will get used and only for the sake of reprogramming or in an absolute emergency, but so far I have yet to lose a key.
Personally I wouldn't use a lock smith unless it's something like unlocking a mechanical key lock. but for programming, I wouldn't. I'd rather just pay the dealer to do it. At least you know dealers are less likely (or not likel) to do sketchy things (that is, if you have a good one you trust, same with the lock smith but I'd have more trust in the dealer when it comes to this). But again, the key is to just prepare yourself ahead and have spare keys (like I do) on hand and keep on in a safe place (along with the key ID sticker, which is needed to make mechanical keys).
I had a company to come out and make an extra key fob for my 2020 Camry XLE. It is an OME Toyota key fob. The next day I started getting a message on my dash between the speedometer and tachometer that said a new key fob had been made for my car. It came on everyday. Three days later I called the Toyota dealership and they told me if you ever have a new key fob made for the car it will alert you that a key has been made in case it was without your authorization. ⚠️ I think the message appeared on my dash for 8 to 10 days.. These cars are really smart and will alert you of impending theft as well.
That is good to know
@@volvo09 It sure surprised me.. also if I go out in the winter and there is a chance of slick roads the car will warn me of that.. How does it know? It will warn you when it is actually a chance of it being slick and not just on a cold and dry day..
When AMD says you should do it, you should do it! Great information to store in your brain! Aloha!
Certification chain for smart keys just like in the computers security :)
Thanks for this video - technology - as you know, it can be great, and it can be frustrating. I, and several other 2021 RAV4 Prime owners, have noticed on rare occasion the vehicle will appear to be completely unresponsive to either smart key (with known working batteries). The only way into the vehicle is with the manual key, then the alarm goes off and you can then push a button on the smart key to stop the alarm, and immediately everything goes back to normal. I would consider possible radio interference, however, both keys begin working immediately after the alarm goes off when opening the door with the manual key, whereas neither key worked prior to opening the door. Thoughts/suggestions? I captured a video of it in case I need to show the dealer. Thanks!
Hi! Interesting. I haven’t seen this one yet. Do bring it to the dealerships attention
possibly, too many operations of remote in a short time will disable remotes until reset, such as by cycling locks. Also, your locks could be out of sync, due to a rear right door latch malfunction, or partially locked tailgate. ( I have no idea why the right rear door, something is going on I can not profess to know )
But the answer may be right from the video....that OTHER DEVICES ARE ACTIVATING THE REMOTE, and thus preventing proper function
The right rear door might be closest to where the transponder is hidden.
You are the Man 👏👏👏👏Yup C-HR wouldn't Start 😲Been playing with central head display /my Toyota account 🧐appears I un ticked something to do with locks 😱Yes held SMART key on button Restart Put a tick in the box for locks 🥳
What is the procedure to obtain or program a masterkey if I only have the valetkey. Sadly lost both masters. Thanks.
Hi! In this case the procedure is similar to losing all keys.
Thank you for all these very helpful and money saving information ! You have helped me a lot ,GOD bless !
I bought my '08 Lexus used a few years back, only came with one key that didn't remote very well, even with a new battery. I'm sure when the car was traded in to the dealership, the seller didn't bring in the second key or any other keys. Didn't want to solve this myself so a couple years ago, went to a trusted locksmith for $250 to get a copy made. Programming took 20 min or so. Been working great since. Plan on getting another one made because it's good to have at least two good keys. I guess that first key will be my valet? And then I'll have a total three keys. In the long run I wouldn't mind getting a valet key.
Thank you so much this saved me time and money your caption is great! I've subscribed and hope to see more from you ! The best video about this process other videos are lengthy
In 2019 I purchased a 2012 Tundra - sadly it only came with 1 key and 1 fob. Getting a spare key is not cheap - $200 for the key and $200 for the fob. And where I live, our government says that only the dealer can do this. Grrrr. Might follow another person's lead - they removed the chip from the key and then glued it in by the ignition. The key then worked fine as a mechanical key
Thank you for giving this much info, I am 30+ year mechanic I'm working on one 98 Lexus I replace the ECU and I completely forgot that the key needs to be programmed I gave wrong quote to the customer, I almost regret getting involved, it had a code internal ECU failure the car had stalled on her and won't start the next day she towed in and the car started here and it had a code in it internal ECU failure so the proper way is to replace the ECU except that now I have key nightmare, what if I spend money with lock smith and this new computer is no good after all it's from a junk yard then I have to pay one more time to re-program it. There goes all the profit. As a general rule when a car is old generally customers don't want to spend money. Sometimes I want to quite this trade.