Just added another Smart Card key to the car (DIY instructions included)
10-19-12, 06:14 PM
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Just added another Smart Card key to the car (DIY instructions included)
Hi all, I recently picked up a 2006 IS350, however the seller only had one remote to the car.
So I ordered two additional new Smart Card key to register to the car through the use of the "aftermarket" M-VCI cable.
Please keep in mind, there is no way to program used keys/cards without additional expensive hardware/software.
So these steps only work for brand new never been programmed cards/keys.
:: DISCLAIMER ::
These instructions are provided as a reference for you to refer to adding additional remotes to the car.
These procedures worked on my vehicle, however your miles may vary, therefore, I am, in no way, responsible for any damages caused in the process.
Please do not continue reading if you do not agree!
Stuffs you will need:
(1) - NEW, never programmed , Smart Card Key (parts # 89904-50641)
(1) - 32-bit Windows XP/7 laptop with Toyota Techstream installed
(1) - M-VCI USB to ODBII Cable with 32-bit drivers installed
(1) - Original programmed remote for the procedures
This is how a brand new, never programmed, found on eBay.
This is all the stuffs you need in order to program the key:
Location of the OBDII plug, it is right above the brake pedal with a black cover
Run Techstream, and click on "Connect to vehicle"
After initialising, this will show up, pick OTHER if you do not have radar cruise, then press next
Then double click on Smart Access
Then click on "Utility" on the left hand side
Then click on "Smart Code Registration"
Then check all the boxes and press next,
Then Techstream will inform you how many slots are available and taken,
Then Techstream will inform you to place both new and programmed remotes outside of the vehicle. Press next
When you are ready, press Pre-Start CHK to enable the Start box, and quickly tap the registered remote to the ignition botton in the vehicle with the L logo facing it.
Then quickly place the original remote outside of the vehicle and tap the smart card to the ignition button
Lastly, congratulations, you have successfully programmed the smart card to the system
So I ordered two additional new Smart Card key to register to the car through the use of the "aftermarket" M-VCI cable.
Please keep in mind, there is no way to program used keys/cards without additional expensive hardware/software.
So these steps only work for brand new never been programmed cards/keys.
:: DISCLAIMER ::
These instructions are provided as a reference for you to refer to adding additional remotes to the car.
These procedures worked on my vehicle, however your miles may vary, therefore, I am, in no way, responsible for any damages caused in the process.
Please do not continue reading if you do not agree!
Stuffs you will need:
(1) - NEW, never programmed , Smart Card Key (parts # 89904-50641)
(1) - 32-bit Windows XP/7 laptop with Toyota Techstream installed
(1) - M-VCI USB to ODBII Cable with 32-bit drivers installed
(1) - Original programmed remote for the procedures
This is how a brand new, never programmed, found on eBay.
This is all the stuffs you need in order to program the key:
Location of the OBDII plug, it is right above the brake pedal with a black cover
Run Techstream, and click on "Connect to vehicle"
After initialising, this will show up, pick OTHER if you do not have radar cruise, then press next
Then double click on Smart Access
Then click on "Utility" on the left hand side
Then click on "Smart Code Registration"
Then check all the boxes and press next,
Then Techstream will inform you how many slots are available and taken,
Then Techstream will inform you to place both new and programmed remotes outside of the vehicle. Press next
When you are ready, press Pre-Start CHK to enable the Start box, and quickly tap the registered remote to the ignition botton in the vehicle with the L logo facing it.
Then quickly place the original remote outside of the vehicle and tap the smart card to the ignition button
Lastly, congratulations, you have successfully programmed the smart card to the system
Last edited by sutekidane; 10-19-12 at 06:15 PM. Reason: typos
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10-24-12, 02:18 PM
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I bought a programmer just like that from Shenzhen, too, but the programming procedures are not as intuitive as it sounds, as timing is really, really critical. Plus, the idea of erasing all keys from the system to begin the process is rather risky with an aftermarket device without any support. Let's say what if it something happens in the process and you are stranded without ANY keys at all to start the car with? Not to sound like a hypocrite, but I understand that the M-VCI cable is also an aftermarket device without any tech-support, but it has been proven that it works, albeit slow, but I rather have an official GUI interface telling me what's going on rather than with a LED blinking telling me to look it up on the spec-sheet.
Last edited by kickin8; 03-10-15 at 05:00 PM.
