Toyota Smart Key Fob tricks, modes, and hidden features, anti-theft, physical key

[@oysterfleet5669]

Turning off the fob will also keep professional thieves from getting your RF code, programing their own fob and stealing your vehicle. I turn mine off all the time once learned about thieves being able to do this. RECAP-Hold down lock button-Press Unlock twice-Release both buttons-Red fob light will flash 4 times indicating it is turning off. Press any button to turn it back on. Thanks for the video.

[@badfingers6180]

Hi, I always use this feature. The thieves use to go to your home to steal your car. From a report I read, now the thieves wait for the right car at the mall for example. Thieve 1 stand by your car, thieve 2 follow you, get the signal, send it to thieve 1, than your car is gone . Turn off your key fob every time you walk away from your car, especially if its one of the most popular to be stolen in your area.

[@kacyharris9325]

Why doesn't it default to power saving mode after no button pushes for x mins. Would have saved a lot of cars

[@RealG.Washington]

My doesn't seem to turn off when I do the button sequence. Does that mean the battery may be low already?

[@ZrohTempezz]

will this turn off the remote start feature?

[@johnmartin7158]

Lol, my 2022 RAV4 hybrid Fob used to open and close the windows, My 2024 Zilch. Also the 2024 Toyota Dynamic Navigation system is utterly useless. The 2022 was outstanding. Cheers NZ.

[@WLeonardAthas]

Over a three day period with occasional attempts I could NOT get my Stihl Farm Boss 290 started. I followed this instruction and it started on the 13th pull! Bravo and THANKS! I'm 72 YOA so it was a bit difficult to position myself to do this procedure, but I did and it WORKED!!

[@elessar_111]

Great info! One added note about turning off the key faub transmission is that doing that also prevents car thieves from using faub hacking technology to steal the car. If the car is parked in close enough proximity to a house wherein keys are left near the door, the thieves use a program to boost the faub signal between the faub key and car faub, then transfer the code to a new blank faub which allows them to start and drive off with the car. Turning off the faub key protects the car from theft. It’s simple and easy to turn back on.

[@mrd.808]

We like to create a car binder or add to the existing binder for every car we buy and I like to take a picture and place it all into the binder. Or take pictures and organize it into my emails (by emailing myself). Or organize files on my smart phone. Now I just remove that tiny metal code from the key fob. I think this is an awesome YT channel. I think I might start making YT channels to record longer stuff and set it to private mode or something. Awesome content, thanks. ❤

[@roadkillz78]

Great video! Very informative, thanks! Additionally, if you press lock 3x's and hold it on the 3rd time for a few seconds, your remote starter will activate.

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Thank you. I did find that out later and made another video. 👍🏼

[@andyramsey2187]

I saw a salesman do this but for the life of me I can't get this to work.

[@PocketsandOutlaw]

3:40 Also, from my research, the roll-down-windows after holding the unlock button IS a feature but it is turned off by default you have to either have the dealer enable it or get one of those bluetooth tools like Carista and enable it that way.

[@lisabromage4768]

I was happy to learn about the all 4 door unlock. Everybody wrenching my handle when they have to wait for me to get in. I always bury my fob and forget to bring it out!

[@xzizy]

The four door unlock can also be achieved with double hitting unlock

[@sp-ce]

Hard to hit unlock twice when the fob is buried in your pocket abd not in your hand ​@xzizy

[@robertbenefield4496]

TRD Sport 2021, sadly the rolling down of windows and sunroof doesn't work for me... Cool feature for you though. Thanks for the video.

[@mtkseattle]

I think this is an option that the dealer can turn on for you but we were told other than a one time freebie, it's an hour shop time to do it.

[@dr.stacey7283]

Thank you! The trick to get all the doors to open worked on my 2021 Prius. I had it set up that way and then it stopped. I’m sure it was because I had too much in my pocket with my fob and this was a great video to reset it how I liked.

[@paulrobinson1823]

Great video. Just what I was looking for. I think the 30 second auto lock is what is throwing me off. It seems that I have to wait 30 seconds before I can lock the doors with the remote.

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Mine hasnt made me wait. I wonder if the battery for the remote is weak

[@richscott2483]

touch the lines on the door handle, it will lock immediately. Using the Key FOB it should lock when you Press Lock and not wait on any timer. There is a Timer Setting for Doors to Lock when scrolling through the Infotainment screen. Mine does not appear to work. I have a 2023 Camry XSE V6 fully loaded and I can walk away and the car does not automatically lock. It will stay unlocked 24/7 unless I touch the outer door makings, lock with Key FOB, or via the Toyota App. My wife's 2022 Honda Civic Touring does lock automatically when beyond 15 to 20 feet from the car. Leaving the KeyFOB inside the car, your car screams at you. LOL

[@paulrobinson1823]

Yep. Next option is to purchase and change out batteries today. CR2032. Thanks.

[@davinp]

That's interesting that you can use the physical key to open/close windows, but not the buttons on the keyfob. I tried that on my 2018 Corolla and it didn't work

[@tommissouri4871]

Nice video and informative. I like that you showed the screens well so we can see what there is and what you are discussing. 1:10 - "favorite feature" - LOL, so you are on a dark parking lot in a bad section alone. Now all four doors unlock and before you can get in and lock the doors, someone following you/ambushing you can also get in. 6:11 - Another "smart" feature, unlocking the doors automatically. So you are in the drive-thru ATM and shift to park while getting money. All the doors unlock and some guy jumps in you relieve you of the burden of all that cash. All those wacky Toyota software engineers who have never been to America need to make a trip here some day, drive around in one of their new vehicles, especially at night and in inner cities, and see what a great idea they had with these 'features".

[@boedilllard5952]

Thanks for the video. I'm considering the 2025 Camry or Crown. Can you remote roll down the windows with the fob (ideally a just an inch as well as all the way)? How about open the trunk with the fob?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

@@boedilllard5952 it’s a lot better on the newer Toyotas. This was pretty old technology. You should be able to do all of that and remote start without it turning off when you open the door

[@boedilllard5952]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage Thanks!

[@biggerboy912]

Was struggling to get this to work. Figured it out, make sure you dont have the valet key!!! Toyota's valet keys are grey instead of black

[@aj8317]

Can you lock fob in car and take physical key out with you? Say you go swimming and don’t wanna take fob with you.

[@deirdrehollins3231]

Car door won't lock with fob in car PLUS you don't want someone to steal your car. The fob gives off radio signals, this is how thieves clone the signal the fob is emitting and STEAL your car. You need to take the whole thing with you and put it in a RFID bag to protect your car from theft.

[@lisagage3842]

Is there a way to find a key fob using the spare key fob?

[@Zeek800]

I’m pretty sure that if your trim level has remote start you can activate it by pressing the lock??? Button 3 times??? and then press and hold the unlock? Button until the lights flash and the car starts. The vehicle will shut off if you open a door which is a safety feature because otherwise someone might be able to get in and drive off for a short distance ( like right into the side of your house or another vehicle ).

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Yeah, I made another video on it but I find it odd because my other vehicles continue to run but don’t give you control until you push the push button start and it recognizes the key fob. It’s probably another step Toyota didn’t add Toyota Lexus Remote start hidden feature. See if yours has remote start kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWqWaauBZbOBeK8

[@seethingsclearlyawaken3424]

Thank you Danny. You are a great help!

[@elizabethm251964]

You showed me so much thank you

[@ruthsnyder8676]

I made a similar video and got many comments saying you only have to put the fob next to it and I argued "No. you have to use the fob to physically touch the button, and push it in with the fob." And then I run across this video... And the guy says "hold it next to it".😮 I drive a Chrysler. Does that make any difference?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

I’ve had it beep even when I just walk up to it and don’t have my hand out. It all depends on what the transmitter feels like

[@HammadYSiddiqi]

Have you dont phone based remote starters like MoboKey?

[@bluenetmarketing]

If you use the physical key to lock the vehicle, you will NOT be able to unlock it with the key fob. You MUST use the key again to unlock.

[@JRETCH0218]

Hi any help.. my 4runner is brand new... so i only changed setting of unlock from driver only to all. Then after that my lock and unlock button now did not work but it can the sensor on grab handle works fine. I can lock by pressing the sensor but not the key. What do you think is the issue? Thank you

[@Zerpersande]

Does the sear memory also remember side mirror?

[@embrezar]

3:10 I have a 2013 model... I'm most curious to see if the rolling windows/sunroof thing works on my model. I never use the actual key, but I'm curious if it works.

[@davidlemons5650]

my 97 Maxima did that.

[@yoshi5431]

I lost my second key. Can i buy new one and set like this?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

If it’s just the fob, you should be able to get one and program it. If it’s the physical key it will need to be cut to match and then programmed. It helps to have the little tag shown that give you the number.

[@yoshi5431]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage can i program it like you or its need to tools and tablet?

[@corneliuscrewe677]

Will that “unlock all the doors” trick work with the standard key that has a fob on it?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

If you can find it on your settings it should.

[@mtkseattle]

The option to turn on the all windows down from the fob needs to be turned on at the dealer, at least that is what we were told.

[@tensixtythreecomics]

Is there a way to adjust the settings of the remote start so that I can unlock, get in, and drive away with out in turning off?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

The manual notes some setting the dealership can change. You’d have to ask if that is one they can alter

[@tensixtythreecomics]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage I’ve talked to a few. Same answer. Nothing can be changed.

[@barbaratolefree6409]

The 2023 Corolla Cross will keep running, from remote start, when the door is opened, press the brake and start button. It has the technology package that enables this feature.

[@billsutherland9708]

Can a 2019 RAV4 key fob be re-programmed so it will work in our new RAV4 Prime? Thanks

[@richm5889]

I want to buy additional key fobs for my 2010 limited edition RAV4 in program them. I programmed key fobs before but there's a problem with this. This car does not have a key slot for an ignition key on the steering column or anywhere else. All the instructions I've seen include putting the key in and out of the ignition number of times. This one doesn't have one. What's the deal?

[@bryanr.3241]

Hold key fob under your chin and unlock or lock vehicle from a further than normal distance. Try it

[@amandagodwin-marx2667]

Yes, this actually works I do it all the time, especially when my battery is getting low and my signal won't reach as far! I saw an episode on Mythbusters about it years ago, so I had to try it when I got my first car with a key fob ... You'll be surprised as to how much further it will reach 💁‍♀️

[@reggie2334able]

Is there anyway after you start your truck using your key fob and then you go up to your truck and open the door to make it stay running after you open the door I just find that feature absolutely stupid. my wife’s 2014 Ford fusion. You can start the car get inside and you can’t drive the car unless you have the key fob in your pocket and you push the start button then it allows the car to be driven you don’t have to start your car twice every time you wanna drive it I just find that to be unnecessary wear.

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

My Yukon also works, but Toyota does not allow the feature to work until the 2023 model year is what I’ve heard/seen

[@reggie2334able]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage I just bought a 2023 Toyota Tacoma Trd off-road so maybe it just didn’t get the update or something but seriously that is so dumb especially when you’re trying to baby your engine and break it in and you let it run for five minutes and then you gotta start it up again absolutely dumbest thing ever

[@CheesusSVT]

All this new tech, pretty dang cool. 😸🙌Also I love the paint color on your truck. 😻

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Thanks. I think it looks good next to screaming yellow. My cobra has the blue cam covers so it kinda matches the color combination lol.

[@CheesusSVT]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage I thought the same thing... It for sure looks great next to the Terminator. Match made in heaven. 😺

[@mobokey]

informative video!

[@rayberger2694]

Will putting the key fob in an Altoids mint box block the signal ?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

I’m not sure if it would, but turning the key fob off as shown in the video should have the same effect

[@beinghuman3225]

Snuss can will block it, even in the vehicle. Happened to me

[@rickramirez7710]

Does all this apply to the Tacoma 2011 PreRunner?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

It might be an older generation, but you can try it

[@blackrose083]

I have problem, that If I touch the door, it takes like 5-10 seconds untill it opens. Sometimes it works immediatelly, but very often it takes time and I need to press the botton on the door multiple times. Is there a reason for that?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

I would think it might be from a weak remote battery. If not, I’ve also noticed the key fob has to be pretty close. I’ve had it in my left pocket and had to turn so my leg is right next to the door. I think they really want safety to be in mind so they don’t let the fob work until it’s really close so no one else could open the door when you are nearby

[@hunagirl6]

So would deactivating the remote allow me to be in my car with my fob and lock the doors?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

You can try it, but I’m pretty sure the truck will recognize the fob. If not, hold the fob near the push start button and see if it then works since that’s what you do with a “dead battery”

[@hunagirl6]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage Thanks

[@PocketsandOutlaw]

I'm not able to turn my fob off for some reason and it's super super annoying. I guess certain ones can't do the battery saving mode?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Does it have the little light for it?

[@PocketsandOutlaw]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage Yes there is a little light but it isn't doing that specific blinking like it should. Also I didn't see it explained in my user manual either. I have the silver-colored remote so maybe it's different or something.

[@brentlanierskayakfishing5010]

You left off remote start. Hit lock 4 times, holding it on the 4th time until the vehicle starts.

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Thanks! I didn’t see that in the manual.

[@kevinlynch6799]

Got a 2021 Toyota Sequoia Nightshade a couple weeks ago. Didn’t know I had Remote Start till I read your comment. It worked!!! Outstanding. Thank you.

[@keithmillard2527]

2023 SR5 Premium. Wish I had remote start.😢

[@hmongboy9161]

can you just turn off the handle sensor like in the prius

[@secretbeach999]

That little key also locks the glove box on my Tacoma

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Yes, I forgot to mention that for this video

[@StuartMilligan-h7m]

2006 Tacoma key signal from inside the truck, no fob present; cancels the ability to use a Nissan key fob in range. Any solution?

[@devanandsooknanan4877]

Thanks for the info

[@ChipChoc00]

So helpful! Thanks!

[@willienillie6337]

can you lock the car with the engine on?

[@Michael.Barlow]

Yes but only by removing the physical key and locking it manually. I do this during the summer with the air conditioning running when I'm only going to be gone for a minute or two

[@clin4everchey]

Does this work on 17 tacoma?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

If the key fob looks the same it should. It may depend if you have the transponder or the key

[@johnnywad7728]

Ok then how are they hacking my company owned 2019 Toyota Tacoma 4x4,when it never came with a remote? A few months ago,I would find doors unlocked,when I KNOW they were locked! Also this past weekend two different times,drivers window rolled halfway down. I'm a certified diesel mechanic,so I've been around. Also had 3 years of radio tv repair in high school. In my mind, whether you have a key fob or not,the vehicle will be constantly looking for a signal of the key fob. Is there a way to turn the radio part of the system off!!??

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Perhaps they programmed a remote to your vehicle, or like you say they are using the signal it sends out constantly. It sounds like a common issue

[@johnnywad7728]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage while it's possible,this only happens to my company owned vehicle,as I'm a Targeted individual by the Govt.,in their " 3 strikes" program.im a Christian,a veteran and a conservative. 3 strikes...trying to get me to take myself out. Not happening.

[@prioritytree]

Turning off the FOB doesn't work on my 4th Generation Prius V factory FOB

[@TheDingpud]

Have you tried clicking the lock button twice, then holding the lock button on the 3rd press? It starts my 2020 SR5....however I can't figure out how to get into the vehicle without the truck turning off. I've tried unlocking it first, but it still shuts the engine off as soon as I open the door. Any thoughts?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Yes, someone pointed it out to me. I understand it won’t stay running until the new 2023 models kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWqWaauBZbOBeK8si=aCSPfs1zOFmRKw_a

[@TheDingpud]

Yep. Runs for 10 mins or until the door is opened. Will be nice for when it's cold out

[@garywalker9436]

It is suppose to shut off once the door opens. Safety feature due to it running and someone trying to drive off with it.

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

@@garywalker9436 On my GM Yukon they did it better. Once you get in you need the Key fob in order to take control of the vehicle. You just push the start button and then it hands it all over to you. Toyota has updated it for 2023 on new vehicles and it now does the same

[@TheDingpud]

@@garywalker9436 F350 truck I drove for work didn't shut off - you put the key in, clicked it once, then good to go. My Tundra doesn't have a keyed ignition, but they could have done something with the key fob to engage the transmission. Regardless, happy to have found out (60K miles after purchase) that I have a remote start.

[@roclagden1594]

Very informative thankyou

[@Dr.Worcester]

Can the 2009 rav 4 do this?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

If it has the same key fob it should.

[@Dr.Worcester]

@dannyjohnsonsgarage ok thanks ot is a limited verison too thanks for sharing this!

[@Zerpersande]

Can you just hold down unlock to open the windows? My BMW does that.

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

I wish it would but it doesn’t appear to do that. In the video description I have a video on remote start, but it turns off when you open the door

[@superdooper6969]

​@@dannyjohnsonsgarage you can probably get the dealership to enable this function from the obd port

[@ginakerry2588]

What about remote start?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

I did find that feature later (someone mentioned it), but it turns off when you unlock the vehicle kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWqWaauBZbOBeK8si=bYdkL3dxgBNbU88g

[@natashacaswell7102]

You showed me the dealer ship

[@mtkseattle]

Does anyone know how to disable that dang Panic button? I hate setting this off accidentally in my pocket and waking up the neighborhood!

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Probably another dealer one, but they may not be able to turn it off for “safety” reasons

[@timurs7398]

I just opened the key fob and physically broke that button

[@theresilientsurvivor1892]

Thanks man

[@thomasinphoenix]

Nicely done.

[@seandunlap1743]

yes UNLOCK ALL!

[@pamfin65]

Locks the glove box

[@BlakeOlive-v5o]

what if i accidentally threw away the metal tag?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

The tag makes it much easier but they should be able to help at the dealership with 2 keys or sometimes the VIN of the vehicle

[@randalwc]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage In our case we are still waiting on the second key....anyone else dealing with this new 2023 feature. I can buy a second one...or wait for Toyota to send me another one around January 2024...kinda ridiculous...if they can sell me one, they could have given me two.

[@Nutinbutmtb]

Toyota is 10 years behind on technology.

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Yet I’m happier with them for reliability over my GM

[@Childfree334]

I disagree. The technology in my 2023 Toyota Rav4 XLE suits me fantastically, plus the app tells me exactly what is happening with my vehicle. What kind of "technology" are you referring to?

[@Nutinbutmtb]

They are 10 years ahead on hybrid tech but they are 10 years behind on infotainment system, bluetooth, remote services, remote start, etc. It's absolute junk that they just upcharged you 3k.

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

@@Childfree334 my 2021 was the last of its bodystyle and yes, was behind, but the new ones like yours are up to date 👍🏼

[@Childfree334]

@@Nutinbutmtb I upgraded from a 2001 Toyota Corolla that is still with the original engine. I only upgraded because I wanted the technology. Say what you want about Toyota, but one thing their cars are NOT is junk. The data and their place in automotive history ought to tell you that. Besides, I would rather have a reliable Toyota that is "behind" on technology than any car loaded with technology that is going to leave me stranded DESPITE all that crap.

[@mattpierce9409]

Hi

[@nickk3085]

I turn mine off every time i leave the Tacoma

[@griffinreitz7041]

Wish they would shove their "smart key" somewhere the sun doesn't shine. Just a bunch of stuff to not work and cost a fortune to fix. They darned sure aren't built for people that work, or spend much time outside, or on the water ! The fact you can not lock a 4 runner while it is running and keep it running puts me out of the market for a Toyota ! I love the fact that a new 50k vehicle tells the owner what they can and can't do instead of the other way around !