Keyless Entry Remote Fob Programming Instructions for the 2001 Toyota Prius

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

Programming Procedure:

• Step 1: Start with the key out of the ignition. The driver’s door should be open, all other doors closed, and the driver’s door unlocked.
• Step 2: Within 5 seconds, perform the following actions: 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 the following: 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 another 40 seconds, follow these 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 inserted. Close the driver’s door. Turn the ignition to the ON position (do not start the vehicle), then turn it back to OFF. Remove the key from the ignition.
• Step 5: Within 3 seconds, the power door locks should automatically cycle (lock and unlock once). This confirms the vehicle is in programming mode. If the locks do not cycle, repeat the process from Step 1.
• Step 6: Within 40 seconds, program the remote(s) as follows: Press and hold both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the remote simultaneously for 1.5 seconds. Release both buttons, then press and hold the LOCK button alone for 2 seconds. If the door locks cycle once, the remote has been successfully programmed. If the locks cycle twice, the programming failed—repeat Step 6 for that remote.
• Step 7: Repeat Step 6 for any additional remotes (up to four total).
• Step 8: Open the driver’s door to exit programming mode.