How to Fix or Disconnect 1996 to 2002 Toyota 4Runner Factory Alarm from always going off. 3rd Gen

If you are tired of having your Stupid 3rd Gen 4Runner alarm Always going off, And your emergency flashers blinking.
Here is how to disconnect your Factory Alarm, So that you don’t have to remove your Horn fuse and have your flashers blinking. And also not being able to start the car without turning the key on and off twice. Watch this Video to put this Nightmare to rest.

[@dazespace]

TO ALL THE PEOPLE WHO HAVE AN AFTER-MARKET SYSTEM WITH THE RED BUTTON NEXT TO THE STEERING WHEEL, PRESS AND HOLD THE RED BUTTON WHILE STARTING THE ENGINE (button has to be pushed "out/off") WORKED FOR ME, ALSO REMOVE THE HORN SPARK PLUG IF YOU DON'T WANT TO HEAR THAT SHIIII! I have a Toyota 4Runner 1998 Limited and oh my goodness it was annoying to figure this out.

[@robertwilliamson4650]

This was very helpful thank you. I removed it and it started right up. After 3 successful starts it will no longer start unless I disconnect the battery to reset the system.

[@stevenhoffman1826]

Hey this 100% worked for me except I only had one box and had to disconnect one set of wires. Thank you for posting this

[@SushinAuto]

Glad it worked for you. Yea I’m not sure why my car has that 2nd box for. Maybe it has something to do with key fob remote.

[@CorollaChronicles]

​@@SushinAuto Okay, now _that's_ an interesting setup. You appear to have both the VIP Keyless Entry System _and_ the VIP S1000 alarm tied together. Possibly the rarest combination of all time! With this configuration, it functions essentially like a VIP RS3000 but without the glass breakage sensor. Program a new remote fob to the VIP Keyless entry ECU and you should no longer have issues with the alarm going off all the time.

[@brohoe520]

😂😂😂😂 That jump at 6:28

[@SushinAuto]

Haha 🤣😂 yea caught me off guard.

[@goofsaddggkle7351]

I was looking for that box that was just supposed to be under the seat too heh - never thought to look under carpet. Thanks!

[@SushinAuto]

No problem. Glad u found it.

[@goofsaddggkle7351]

@@SushinAuto It wasnt there lol. The gen 3 4Runner remote locking system is an enigma. My remote is the heart shaped one with the green button (RS3000). I asked the seller on Ebay for directions on how to orogram and he said its about pressing the red button below steering column in a certain sequence to put it into programming mode (looks like a light but is also a button). Havent tried it yet but this is literally the 3rd way ive been told to reprogram a 3rd gen 4Runner remote lol

[@SushinAuto]

Yea man there are I believe 3 different 4runner alarms, from what I understood is the RS3000 is the best one. I wish I had that. They sell a bunch of those remotes on EBay. It’s either under the seat, near the shifter or under the steering wheel.

[@SushinAuto]

@@goofsaddggkle7351 I don’t know much about the RS3000, only know what I read, it said it’s a add on that the dealership installs for those who pay extra for the option. Maybe call the dealership service and they can help u out.

[@goofsaddggkle7351]

@@SushinAuto ahh no worries - i appreciate everyone putting info out here for older vehicles. If I get it sorted will post my own video for future owners

[@angelofvengeance8299]

Dude I’m gonna try this. I have to unhook battery and rebook battery everyday to make it reset and let my truck start. Ugh lol

[@SushinAuto]

Yea that should fix that issue.

[@derekyoung686]

Thanks, you helped fix my problem :)

[@SushinAuto]

Awesome. Im glad it worked for You.

[@richard7408]

Do you think a '97 T100 will use the same system? I never had the original key fob. If i order one off eBay how would i program the new key fob to the T100? Do you know of any vendors that can sell me a key fob programed to my T100 if l give them the vin? Thanks for the video and yes i will hit the like button and l'm now officially a subscriber!

[@SushinAuto]

Honestly every car has its steps u have to follow to program the keys to. My friend just bought on on eBay for her Honda pilot and we followed the setup instructions like 10 times couldn’t get it to work for some reason. Maybe her keyless box is bad and not giving a signal. But I’m I thinking the 97 T100 should be the same as my 96. But I would still double check.

[@AhmedAhmed-dh7yd]

Hey bro thanks for making this video. I had a question. My car doesn’t want to start I’m pretty sure it’s alarm related since I lost my alarm remote. By removing that box will my car start? I noticed in the video when you tried starting the car it didn’t start. Thank you

[@SushinAuto]

Yes the car will start. Your alarm will just be deactivated. Like I showed in the video if you remove the 2nd box, then the car will not start. I just did that for an example to show people to only unplug one box not both of them.

[@dominicbartolini2467]

Thanks, I was looking to reprogram my new remote and couldn't find the module to push that little green button. I had removed my kick plate, my lower dash etc in search of that box and was about to give up.

[@SushinAuto]

I’m glad I was able to help, let me know if you were successful in programming a remote, because I was thinking I should also get a remote since I have the box for the remote.

[@dominicbartolini2467]

@@SushinAuto Yes it was simple once I found that box. just turn the key to on position (without starting) then hold the green button 3 seconds, the red light on dash goes solid red. Then just push the remote button .all done

[@SushinAuto]

Awesome thanks a lot, I just bought one.

[@dynacoman7363]

Good video... but the 2 boxes are not under front seat in 2000 4 runner. Still searching.

[@SushinAuto]

Yours might be in a different location. Some say they have them under the center console

[@genxiong2695]

I have a 2000 limited and never had any issues with the stock alarm what so ever. I must be the lucky one. Your alarm reminds me of those Viper alarms in the past and they always go off. Piece of junk.

[@SushinAuto]

Yea I know what u are talking about. That happens to so much 4Runners Tacomas, but I don’t know maybe they fixed it by 2000. Cause most of the people that have had issues in the comments were 1999 and older.

[@genxiong2695]

@@SushinAuto I think Toyota probably fix all the issues on my model year. All the sensors that trigger the alarm: hood, rear, and four doors are still going strong after 23 years.

[@SushinAuto]

@@genxiong2695 yea for sure. I had a 2005 never had any issues with that one. I wanted a 3rd gen. I should sell my 96 and get a 2000-02

[@fernandopozuelos22]

How difficult is it to buy the control so as not to struggle with the key and leave it original as it was?

[@SushinAuto]

I bought this car like that with No control. I didn’t even know what the issue was at first. Or if buying the control was an option. After I found these boxes I bought the remote and programmed it.

[@derekyoung686]

Well I unplugged mine I’ll see if this works for me, I’d be happy to have a working horns agin.

[@MrStevethefox]

I have a '97 4runner and sadly there is no box under the seat in mine it wont start either cause of this stupid faulty security system. I did have the same cable under my seat though.

[@SushinAuto]

Did it start before and now it doesn’t. Maybe those boxes were removed. Remember in the video when I removed both boxes. It wouldn’t start also.

[@SushinAuto]

Or maybe your alarm box is located under the dash below the radio like some newer 4Runners. Mine is a 96, if you have a limited, then yours would be under the radio.

[@nelsonkays546]

pretty sure that button is for programming not resetting?

[@SushinAuto]

Yea could be.

[@bennettlockandkeymattandja9671]

You need a key fob. You’d be better off ordering a keyless control box with fobs from eBay.

[@SushinAuto]

Yes you are right. I already ordered them.

[@craigbushman4882]

My 96 Limited does not have this under seat. What Year is Yours?

[@SushinAuto]

Mine is also 96

[@SushinAuto]

Maybe yours is not sr5. But limited or sport. So it might have it under the stereo

[@wealthyblackman2655]

I cannot find the box in my limited.. Please advise

[@SushinAuto]

Some 4Runners have them under the center console below the radio

[@yomomshouse100]

Got a 1999 limited WHERE CAN I UNPLUG THE ALARM HORN PLS!

[@SushinAuto]

Yours alarm box should be below the radio. Under the dash.

[@yomomshouse100]

@@SushinAuto i will give it a look thanks! literally checked under each door panel, under the steering wheel and in the hatch panel cant find it. But i i did find the fuse, hopefully i can find alarm so can still use my horn and hazards.

[@SushinAuto]

Please reply if you ended up finding it. Because everyone with a limited said it’s not under the seat.

[@mauser2134]

Anyone know where that box is on an 01? Nothing under the seat

[@SushinAuto]

On some 4runners it’s located under the dash below the radio.

[@meljane8339]

Does it have Takata airbags?

[@SushinAuto]

I am not to sure. U have to google what brand airbags Toyota used in 1996.

[@Sixlugrado]

Seems to be a problem on 02-07 sequoias

[@SushinAuto]

Really? Sequoia too, I hope you get it figured out.

[@bigluke121vevo]

My 2005 Sequoia had an aftermarket alarm like this one but it caused the key fobs and the power door locks not to work. This actually helped

[@Thefishingplumber]

I wacked on my keychain fob to unlock/lock and the clicking went away! Far away ☺️😊😇

[@SushinAuto]

Lol

[@Thefishingplumber]

@@SushinAuto the fob wasn’t working for a long time I replaced the alternator and after restarting the power the click came on was super annoying until I found the fob and resurrected it

[@SushinAuto]

That’s what’s up. It’s good having a fob. Kinda annoying to always use the key to open the door

[@Thefishingplumber]

@@SushinAuto I was about to rip out that box 📦 you showed on your video! Was so annoying, subbed! 👍

[@SushinAuto]

@@Thefishingplumber glad u fixed it. That’s what’s important bro.

[@julieweilch4315]

I will try in a 95

[@SushinAuto]

Let me know if worked for you. I’m curious to know if your alarm is also setup like 96 and up.

[@FSM_Reviews]

@@SushinAuto 1990-1995 4Runner alarm is called the "Toyota Vehicle Security System". It's a bit different but mostly works the same way.

[@SushinAuto]

Oh ok. Thanks man.

[@davidgilreath4660]

At the end of that ridiculous video you don't even turn the car over

[@SushinAuto]

I’m confused. Why turn the car over. This video isn’t about starting issues, it’s about alarm 🚨 going off after locking the doors. You’re not even close to being on the same page buddy, not even on the same book as the video. It’s all good. You probably commented on the wrong video by accident.

[@BigBBQJones]

​@@SushinAutoI have a 2006 and have the same issue

[@SushinAuto]

@@BigBBQJones yea seems like many Toyotas have the same issue.

[@killbill5486]

Waste of time.

[@SushinAuto]

Your face is a waste of time. If this video doesn’t help u. Why’d u watch it. It saved my life and I’m sure it will others too.

[@brohoe520]

Ugh I just bought a 2002 and wondered wtf the red button was so I pushed it and now it's a nightmare. Going to definitley try this thank you

[@1malikalik]

@@SushinAuto Hey bro, thanks for uploading this video. Very helpful 👌. Much appreciated 🙏. Please ignore the hate and negative comments

[@SushinAuto]

@@1malikalik yea I know some people have nothing better to do, sit around all day writing negative comments.

[@1malikalik]

@@SushinAuto Yes sir. Keep doing what you do. I love your channel I already subscribed and I hope to see more great content. Haters will always be amongst us