Lost your Scion Xb Key Fob or need to program a new one? Don’t worry, programming your Scion xB key fob can be done easily at home without a trip to the dealership. This guide provides simple, step-by-step instructions for programming your Scion xB key fob, ensuring you regain convenient remote access to your vehicle. Follow these methods to program your Scion xB key fob quickly and efficiently.
Method 1: Standard Scion xB Key Fob Programming Procedure
This is the primary method for programming your Scion xB key fob. Ensure you have all your key fobs for your vehicle ready before starting this process, as you will need to program them all at once.
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Prepare the Vehicle: Begin with your Scion xB completely off, key removed from the ignition. Unlock and open the driver’s side door, ensuring all other doors are closed throughout this procedure.
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Key Insertion Sequence (Part 1): Within 5 seconds of opening the driver’s door, insert your key into the ignition. Do not turn the key. Immediately remove the key. Repeat this insert and remove key action one more time.
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Door Cycling Sequence (Part 1): Within 40 seconds of the key insertion sequence, perform the following door cycle action twice: Close, then open the driver’s door. Repeat this close and open door cycle once more.
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Key Insertion Sequence (Part 2): Within 40 seconds of the door cycling sequence, insert the key into the ignition again. Do not turn it, and remove it immediately.
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Door Cycling Sequence (Part 2): Within 40 seconds of the previous step, repeat the door cycle action twice: Close, then open the driver’s door. Repeat this close and open door cycle one more time.
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Final Key and Ignition Steps: Insert the key into the ignition and leave it in. Close the driver’s door. Turn the ignition to the “ON” position, but do not start the engine. Then, turn the ignition back to the “OFF” position. Remove the key from the ignition.
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Confirmation of Programming Mode: Within 3 seconds of removing the key, the power door locks should automatically cycle (lock then unlock). This indicates that your Scion xB has successfully entered programming mode. If the door locks do not cycle, return to step 1 and repeat the procedure.
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Key Fob Programming: Within 40 seconds of entering programming mode:
- Simultaneously press and hold the “lock” and “unlock” buttons on your Scion xB key fob for about 1.5 seconds.
- Immediately after releasing both buttons, press and hold the “lock” button alone.
- Within 10 seconds, the door locks should cycle once (lock then unlock) to confirm successful programming of that key fob. If the door locks cycle twice, it indicates the programming was not successful; repeat steps 8A and 8B for that remote.
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Programming Additional Key Fobs: Repeat step 8 for each additional Scion xB key fob you need to program.
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Exit Programming Mode: Open the driver’s door to exit the programming mode.
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Test Your Key Fobs: Test each programmed Scion xB key fob to ensure they are working correctly by locking and unlocking your doors remotely.
Method 2: Alternate Scion xB Key Fob Programming Procedure
If the standard method does not work, you can try this alternate procedure for programming your Scion xB key fob.
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Vehicle Preparation: Ensure all doors of your Scion xB are closed. Open only the driver’s door.
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Key and Door Lock Switch Sequence:
- Insert the key into the ignition, then immediately remove it.
- Using the power door lock switch on the driver’s door panel, press the “LOCK” and “UNLOCK” buttons alternately at 1-second intervals, repeating this five times.
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Door Cycling and Door Lock Switch Sequence (Repeat):
- Close and then re-open the driver’s door.
- Again, using the power door lock switch, press the “LOCK” and “UNLOCK” buttons alternately at 1-second intervals, repeating this five times.
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Ignition Cycle: Insert the key into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition to the “ON” position (without starting the engine), then immediately turn it back to the “OFF” position.
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Remove Key and Confirmation: Remove the key from the ignition. The door locks should cycle automatically to confirm that your Scion xB has entered programming mode.
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Key Fob Programming:
- Press and hold both the “LOCK” and “UNLOCK” buttons on your Scion xB key fob together for about 1.5 seconds.
- Continue to hold only the “LOCK” button until the door locks cycle once to confirm successful programming. If the locks cycle twice, the programming has failed.
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Program Remaining Key Fobs: Repeat step 6 for any other Scion xB key fobs you need to program.
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Final Steps: Close the driver’s door. Test all programmed key fobs to verify they are functioning correctly.
By following either of these methods, you should be able to program your Scion xB key fob and regain remote access to your vehicle. If you encounter issues, double-check each step and ensure you are within the time limits specified.
