Losing or damaging your car key fob can be a major inconvenience. For 2007 Toyota Prius owners, the good news is that programming a new key fob can often be done at home, saving you a trip to the dealership and potentially hundreds of dollars. This comprehensive guide provides you with foolproof procedures to program your new 2007 Prius Key Fob, ensuring you’re back on the road quickly and smoothly.
Before we begin, it’s crucial to understand a few key points. This guide is specifically for GEN II Prius vehicles, often referred to as the “chicken dance” method due to its specific sequence of actions. Also, this procedure is designed for BRAND NEW key fobs purchased from a genuine Toyota dealer or authorized online Toyota parts retailer. Key fobs from unauthorized sources like eBay might be second-hand or factory rejects and may not function correctly, especially for Smart Key System (SKS) features.
We’ve broken down the programming into three procedures based on your key fob type and your Prius model’s features. Follow the steps carefully for successful programming of your 2007 Prius key fob.
Procedure A: Initial Programming for Start/Stop Functionality (All 2007 Prius Key Fobs)
This initial procedure is essential for all new 2007 Prius key fobs, regardless of whether they are black or chrome logo fobs or if your Prius has Smart Key System (SKS) functionality. This will program the basic start/stop engine function when the fob is inserted into the key port.
1. Prepare Your Prius:
- Get into your 2007 Prius, close all doors, and ensure they are unlocked.
- Make sure your Prius is completely off.
2. Insert and Remove the Old Key Fob:
- Insert your old, working key fob into the key slot and remove it.
- Repeat this insert and remove action four times in a row.
- On the fifth insertion, leave the old key fob in the slot.
3. Driver Door Cycling:
- Open and close the driver’s side door six times.
4. Remove Old Fob and Enter Programming Mode:
- Remove the old key fob from the slot.
- At this point, your 2007 Prius should be in key fob programming mode. You’ll notice the red anti-theft light remaining illuminated on the dashboard.
5. Program the New 2007 Prius Key Fob:
- Insert your new 2007 Prius key fob into the slot and leave it there for one full minute.
- Watch the red anti-theft light on your dashboard. It will be blinking.
- When the red anti-theft light stops flashing and turns off completely, your new key fob is programmed for the start/stop function.
6. Finish Procedure A:
- Remove the new 2007 Prius key fob from the slot.
- You have now completed the basic START/STOP programming.
Now, depending on your key fob type and your vehicle’s features, proceed to PROCEDURE B for chrome logo key fobs with SKS or PROCEDURE C for black logo key fobs without SKS. If you are unsure whether you have SKS, check your owner’s manual or look for “Smart Key System” badging on your vehicle.
Procedure B: Programming Chrome Logo Key Fobs for 2007 Prius with Smart Key System (SKS)
This procedure is specifically for programming the remote lock/unlock and Smart Key functionality for chrome logo key fobs on 2007 Prius models equipped with the Smart Key System (SKS).
1. Prepare the Vehicle:
- Open the driver’s side door and leave it open. Ensure the driver’s door is unlocked. Other doors can be locked or unlocked.
- Ensure there is no key fob in the slot.
2. Insert and Remove Old Fob (Quickly):
- Within 5 seconds, insert your old, working key fob into the slot and remove it twice.
3. Door Cycling (Within 40 Seconds):
- Within 40 seconds of step 2, close and open the driver’s side door twice.
4. Insert and Remove Old Fob Again (Within 40 Seconds):
- Within 40 seconds of step 3, insert and remove your old key fob once.
5. Door Cycling Again (Within 40 Seconds):
- Within 40 seconds of step 4, close and open the driver’s side door twice again.
6. Insert Old Fob and Close Door (Within 40 Seconds):
- Within 40 seconds of step 5, insert your old key fob into the slot and close the driver’s door.
7. Power Button Sequence (No Brake – Within 40 Seconds):
- Within 40 seconds of step 6, without pressing the brake pedal, press the power button once, wait a second, press it again, wait a second, and press it a third time to turn the car back off.
8. Remove Old Fob and Enter “Add Mode”:
- Remove the old key fob from the slot.
- You should now be in “add mode”. Within 3 seconds, your 2007 Prius should lock and unlock the doors automatically to confirm it’s in add mode. The number of lock/unlock cycles may vary slightly depending on the specific model, but it should cycle at least once.
- If the doors do not cycle, return to step 1 and repeat Procedure B. If they do cycle, proceed to step 9.
9. Program New and Old Fobs (Within 40 Seconds):
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9a: Old Fob Programming: Within 40 seconds of step 8, press and hold the Lock and Unlock buttons simultaneously on your OLD/MASTER key fob. Hold for a couple of seconds. The door locks should cycle once to confirm. If you don’t get this cycle, replace the CR 2032 battery in your old fob and try again from step 9a.
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9b: New Fob Programming: Immediately after step 9a, press and hold the Lock and Unlock buttons simultaneously on your NEW 2007 Prius key fob. Hold for about 1.5 seconds. Some users report needing to repeat this step twice for success. If it doesn’t work the first time, try repeating step 9b.
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9c: Lock Button Confirmation: Within three seconds of step 9b, press the Lock button on your NEW key fob. If successful, the doors will lock and unlock once to indicate successful programming. Be patient; the lock/unlock cycle might take a moment. If you wait longer than a minute and get no cycle, proceed to step 10 and test your new fob’s SKS functions. If they work, report your success!
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9d: Program Additional Fobs (Optional): If you have another new 2007 Prius key fob to program, repeat steps 9a, 9b, and 9c for each additional fob.
10. End Programming:
- To finalize the programming process, either open and then close the driver’s door or insert any key fob into the slot.
Procedure C: Programming Black Logo Key Fobs for 2007 Prius without Smart Key System (Non-SKS)
This procedure is for programming black logo key fobs for 2007 Prius models that are not equipped with the Smart Key System (SKS).
1. Vehicle Preparation:
- Open the driver’s door and ensure it remains open.
- Make sure no key fob is in the slot and all doors are unlocked.
2. Insert and Remove Old Fob (Quickly):
- Within 5 seconds, insert your old, working key fob into the slot and remove it twice.
3. Door Cycling (Within 40 Seconds):
- Within 40 seconds of step 2, close and open the driver’s side door twice.
4. Insert and Remove Old Fob Again (Within 40 Seconds):
- Within 40 seconds of step 3, insert and remove your old key fob once.
5. Door Cycling Again (Within 40 Seconds):
- Within 40 seconds of step 4, close and open the driver’s side door twice again.
6. Insert Old Fob and Close Door (Within 40 Seconds):
- Within 40 seconds of step 5, insert your old key fob into the slot and close the driver’s door.
7. Power Button Sequence (No Brake – Within 40 Seconds):
- Within 40 seconds of step 6, without pressing the brake pedal, press the power button once, wait a second, press it again, wait a second, and press it a third time to turn the car back off.
8. Remove Old Fob and Enter “Add Mode”:
- Remove the old key fob from the slot.
- You are now in “add mode”.
9. “Add Mode” Confirmation:
- Your 2007 Prius should automatically lock and unlock the doors twice to confirm it is in “add mode.”
10. Program New Fob Buttons:
- **Press and hold both buttons (Lock and Unlock) on your new 2007 Prius key fob simultaneously for about 1.5 seconds.**11. Lock Button Confirmation (Within 3 Seconds):
- **Within 3 seconds of step 10, press just the Lock button on your new key fob.**12. Programming Confirmation:
- The car should respond with **one quick lock/unlock cycle** to confirm successful programming of the new fob.
- If the car responds with **two lock/unlock cycles**, programming was unsuccessful. Try the procedure again, ensure your fob is new and compatible, or you may have too many fobs already programmed to your vehicle.13. End Programming:
- To exit programming mode, **open and then close the driver's door or insert any key fob into the slot.**Key Fob Part Numbers for 2007 Prius:
- OEM Fob Part # for Smart Access (SKS): 89994-47061
- OEM Fob Part # for Non-Smart Access (Non-SKS): 89070-47180
Important Tips for Success:
- Practice Makes Perfect: Before attempting the actual programming, it’s highly recommended to do a “dry run” of the steps to familiarize yourself with the sequence.
- Timing is Key: Pay close attention to the time limits specified in each procedure, especially the 5-second and 40-second windows.
- Battery Condition: Ensure your old, working key fob has a good battery (CR 2032). A weak battery can cause programming failures, especially in Procedure B.
- Genuine Toyota Fobs: Always use genuine, new Toyota key fobs from authorized dealers for reliable programming and full functionality.
By following these detailed procedures, you should be able to successfully program your new 2007 Prius key fob and regain full access and functionality. If you encounter any issues, double-check each step and consider seeking assistance from a qualified automotive locksmith or Toyota dealership.
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