2003 Toyota Camry Solara

2003 Toyota Camry Solara Keyless Entry Remote Fob Programming Instructions

Important Notice: This model supports onboard programming for keyless entry remotes. To ensure success, carefully follow each step within the indicated time limits.

Programming Procedure:

  • Step 1: Prepare the Vehicle Ensure the key is out of the ignition. Open the driver’s door and leave it open. Confirm all other doors are closed, and the driver’s door is unlocked.
  • Step 2: Insert and Remove the Key Insert the key into the ignition without turning it, then remove it.
  • Step 3: Initial Lock/Unlock Cycle (Complete Within 40 Seconds) A. Using the driver’s door power lock switch, perform five lock/unlock cycles, starting with lock. Maintain an even rhythm, about one cycle per second. B. Close the driver’s door, then reopen it.
  • Step 4: Repeat Lock/Unlock and Use Ignition (Complete Within 40 Seconds) A. Perform another five lock/unlock cycles using the same switch. B. Insert the key into the ignition. C. Turn the key to the ON position (do not start the engine), then back to OFF. D. Repeat: turn the ignition to ON, then back to OFF again. E. Remove the key from the ignition.
  • Step 5: Enter Programming Mode Within 3 seconds, the power door locks should automatically cycle once (lock then unlock), confirming the vehicle is in programming mode. If the locks do not respond, return to Step 1 and repeat the procedure.
  • Step 6: Program the Remote(s) (Complete Within 40 Seconds) A. Press and hold both the lock and unlock buttons on the remote simultaneously for 1 second, then release. B. Immediately press and hold the lock button for 2 seconds, then release. If successful, the door locks will cycle once. If the locks cycle twice, the remote was not accepted. Repeat steps A and B. C. Repeat this step for each additional remote you wish to program.
  • Step 7: Exit Programming Mode Close the driver’s door to complete the process.