Keyless Entry Remote Fob Programming Instructions for the 2001 Toyota MR2

Important Notice: The 2001 Toyota MR2 supports onboard programming for keyless entry remote fobs. Follow the steps below carefully to enter programming mode and successfully register one or more remotes.

Programming Procedure:

• Step 1: Begin with the key fully removed from the ignition. Ensure the driver’s door is open, all other doors are closed, and the driver’s door is unlocked.
• Step 2: Within 5 seconds, perform the following: Insert the key into the ignition (do not turn), then remove it. Insert the key again (do not turn), then remove it.
• Step 3: Within 40 seconds, continue with this sequence: Close and then open the driver’s door. Close and then open the driver’s door again. Insert the key into the ignition (do not turn), then remove it.
• Step 4: Within the next 40 seconds, complete the following steps: Close and then open the driver’s door. Close and then open the driver’s door again. Insert the key into the ignition and leave it in place. Close the driver’s door. Turn the ignition to the ON position (do not start the engine), then return it to OFF. Remove the key from the ignition.
• Step 5: Within 3 seconds, the power door locks should automatically cycle—locking and unlocking once. This confirms entry into programming mode. If the locks do not cycle, restart the process from Step 1.
• Step 6: Within 40 seconds, program the remote: Press and hold both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the remote simultaneously for about 1.5 seconds. Immediately release both buttons, then press and hold the LOCK button alone for 2 seconds. If the locks cycle once, the remote has been successfully programmed. If the locks cycle twice, the remote was not accepted—repeat Step 6 for that remote.
• Step 7: Repeat Step 6 for each additional remote (up to four total).
• Step 8: Open the driver’s door to exit programming mode.