Remote Fob Programming Instructions for the 2005 Toyota Matrix

Important Notice: The 2005 Toyota Matrix supports onboard programming for keyless entry remote fobs. Carefully follow the steps below to successfully enter programming mode and pair one or more remotes.

Programming Procedure:

• Step 1: Begin with the key completely removed from the ignition. The driver’s door should be open, all other doors closed, and the driver’s door must remain unlocked.
• Step 2: Within 5 seconds, do 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, perform the following steps: Close the driver’s door, then open it. Close the driver’s door again, then open it once more. Insert the key into the ignition (do not turn), then remove it.
• Step 4: Within the next 40 seconds, continue with these actions: 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 engine), then return it to OFF. Remove the key from the ignition.
• Step 5: Within 3 seconds, the door locks should automatically cycle (lock and unlock). This confirms that the vehicle has entered programming mode. If the locks do not cycle, repeat the process starting from Step 1.
• Step 6: Within 40 seconds, follow this sequence to program each remote: Press and hold both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the remote simultaneously for approximately 1.5 seconds. Immediately release both buttons, then press and hold the LOCK button for 2 seconds. The door locks should lock and then unlock once to confirm successful programming. 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 you wish to program (up to four total).
• Step 8: Open the driver’s door to exit programming mode.