Attention all Toyota owners with a PUSH BUTTON START!

Attention all Toyota owners with a PUSH BUTTON START! - prevent car theft!!!

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⚠️UPDATE! So my knowledge has been updated on this thanks to a couple subscribers! (thanks guys)
Rolling codes are allegedly a thing of the past, and now what these criminals do is use two devices (called “relay boxes”) that can expand the range of the fob and vehicle so that while your fob is in the house, (most people keep their keys by the door inside) they can expand that range enough for the vehicle to think its nearby, thus unlocking and allowing an actual vehicle startup! It tricks the vehicle into sensing the key fob.
So one person stands near your vehicle with one relay box, and the other stands close to where your key fob is (in your house, emitting a signal) with the other, and the signal is scanned and sent to the second box that is near the vehicle, allowing them into it and to start it.
☝🏼Deactivating the key fob STILL HELPS TO PREVENT THEFT. The theft is just mainly done via different methods than the computer programming mentioned in my video.
☝🏼Thus, the method to deactivating the key fob is EXACTLY AS DESCRIBED IN MY VIDEO and still works as described.
Please share any additional info you may know or updated findings.
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Don’t care about this? Then this tip can save you a few bucks by enhancing your key fob battery life!
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@KayBertoss 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the first things the dealership should explain to you before you leave the lot with that 50k Tacoma. I researched this online and learned this myself as I heard relay attacks were a thing criminals use to steal these trucks & SUV’s. Once stolen these vehicle are quickly stuffed into shipping containers and sent overseas. You may find your beloved Tacoma on the 6 o’clock news with a 30mm gun on the back. Thanks for posting this as it is very helpful. When I was researching this 10 months ago to protect my 2020 TRD Tacoma Sport 4X4 there was no simple straightforward explanation on how this FOB worked.

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you. I am glad I could help.

@matthewramirez3310 2 жыл бұрын

Who would spend 50k on a Tacoma?.. that’s ridiculous.. I have one myself just saying.

@motive7475 2 жыл бұрын

@@matthewramirez3310 $50k? Lol I know people in Puerto Rico paying $60k

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

@@matthewramirez3310 someone out west bought a TRD pro 4Runner for $20k OVER MSRP!!! The Toyota bug bites hard!

@mengzilla6496 2 жыл бұрын

@@matthewramirez3310 used ones go 50k right now lol. Go look 👀 the prices for Tacos 🌮 in Hawaii

@russshaber8071 9 ай бұрын

My Tesla drove itself back to the dealer when I missed a payment.

@brianruperti 9 ай бұрын

🤣

@Fred-mp1vf Ай бұрын

Unfortunately, it hit a cyclist on the way, so now you're getting sued.

@ThatsJustMyBabyDaddy Ай бұрын

💀

@MeyersCTR 5 күн бұрын

Why would the dealer want it back? I could see a finance company wanting it but a dealer?

@oliveringram3056 22 сағат бұрын

🤣🤣

@Just1kOoL 10 ай бұрын

Every dealership should make a small optional 'training' to the owners in order to educate them about these kind of stuff. Thanks a lot for the info!

@brianruperti 10 ай бұрын

You’re welcome!

@acerIOstream 10 ай бұрын

They won't do it, it'll make their clientele think their car is insecure and they're afraid it's gonna make them go elsewhere, to another company who also sells push button start cars that are similarly vulnerable.

@Just1kOoL 10 ай бұрын

@@acerIOstream yes.. better not tell people and have their car stolen than educate a little on how a system works. Logic :/

@romilataylor6218 9 ай бұрын

We had a training “info” class when I bought my 2002. Very informative. There definitely should be classes now with all the new features.

@namla8215 8 ай бұрын

Ignorant customers are good for business. Dealerships and car companies can sell extra cars. U need a replacement car afterall.

@sjsnopek Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Brian. We just bought a 2018 Rav4 XLE with the same key that you presented in this video. The dealership did not even tell me that the key can come out. Now I learned that I can manually open the door by removing the key and I can temporarily deactivate the FOB using the technique you described. Awesome. Knowledge is power.

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

@couchpoet1 Жыл бұрын

Some dealerships like some governments have people working in them that have no idea what they are doing.

@larrymagee6267 11 ай бұрын

@@brianruperti Hey Brian my 2015 Toyota Highlander was stolen yesterday and I don’t think it has tracker on it? Do you know of any other way it can be tracked or at least point me in the right direction? Thanks!

@larrymagee6267 11 ай бұрын

@@brianruperti Also it does have a built in GPS and SIRIUSXM radio.

@brianruperti 11 ай бұрын

reolink.com/blog/what-to-do-when-car-is-stolen/#:~:text=You%20can%20track%20a%20stolen,and%20finding%20your%20stolen%20car. This should help. So sorry to hear.

@thouston53 2 жыл бұрын

I just turned off my extra key fob that lives in my junk drawer. Thanks for the info!

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

Same here! You’re welcome. More content to come!

@thtupid 2 жыл бұрын

That is a fantastic idea! I'm gonna do that right now too!

@before_boaz 2 жыл бұрын

I wish I could do that to my Prius C (2013) but no it doesn’t work 😢

@nukerog 2 жыл бұрын

I think that's where EVERYONE keeps the second key LOL

@ranger178 2 ай бұрын

wrap it in aluminum foil or put it in a bag with silvery plastic for things like ez pass that stop radio signals@@before_boaz

@DarealAGee 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the info sir! They certainly didn't inform me of this when i bought my truck. It's people like yourself who actually care about their customers and not just about sales. Thank you!

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@clinthowe7629 6 ай бұрын

Uh huh! nobody said anything to me either.

@sadenni Ай бұрын

I just bought a RAV4 and tried this with my car. It works!!!! My previous car with a key fob got broken into and I was so upset about it. I will share this with everyone I know, THANK YOU!!!!!

@brianruperti Ай бұрын

So glad I could help and thanks for sharing. I hope it helps more people!

@janetairlines1351 23 күн бұрын

Better yet, get a little faraday bag for you key fob

@guydogg Жыл бұрын

A friends Rav was just stolen out of their driveway this morning. This video makes a lot of sense now.

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Glad to help plz share it!

@markhoffmann4160 Жыл бұрын

I worked for a Toyota dealership for five years and wasn't been aware of that! No one also told me, thanks much man!

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

I got you

@markhoffmann4160 Жыл бұрын

@@brianruperti I drive this 2019 Tacoma and it honestly does feel weird when I just barely tap on the handle even before grabbing it and squeezing, the everything is already unlocked. Let me please fix myself a tiny here, the only driver door unlocks but it is enough for someone standing and hiding from behind me to get in my seat with my own key before I will. Haven't seen it happened before but as of the situations of we living in today it may! So much appreciate you one more time! Not sure where are you from but I am in Texas.

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

@@markhoffmann4160 yes that’s actually how it is supposed to work. It’s designed to be convenient so that the instant you grab the handle, the door is already unlocked so it’s a smooth grab and open motion. If someone is behind you and can get in before you do, that sounds like a situational awareness problem, no offense. They have to be really close to you for that to happen. So unless you’re always aloof, it’s very, very unlikely to occur. And I’m up in NY man shout out to TX! I have some family on Lake Whitney I bet you guys are HOT down there 😅

@markhoffmann4160 Жыл бұрын

@@brianruperti Oh yes, up to 109 degrees half of July.

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

@@markhoffmann4160 Holy Cow! ☀️😵‍💫☀️

@jaysmith8753 2 жыл бұрын

So my Taco is asking everyone walking near if they are it's dad when I'm away. 😭

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

Yes ☹️

@douglaslane6184 2 жыл бұрын

@@brianruperti big sad

@moffatk7948 2 жыл бұрын

The problem is not the Taco, but the key fob🙂

@gamer777core9 2 жыл бұрын

no one wants to hear about your taco

@J3KYL909 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@amitmathews1084 9 ай бұрын

This was one of the best videos on this topic. Nicely explained. Wonder why the dealership didn't mention anything about this. Brian, this is a big help for the Toyota community, thanks a lot for putting this out. Also, this was the most no-nonsense straightforward video on this topic.

@brianruperti 9 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@zenon3021 5 ай бұрын

the dealership doesn't like to advertise that their cars are ridiculously easy to steal, makes customers nervous.

@Tinyteacher1111 2 ай бұрын

I agree! I’m buying my lease, and was told nothing about anything when I leased this Rav 4, because they figured since I already owned one, I knew everything. Well, I could y open the gas tank at first! Another guy at the station looked it up on KZfaq! It doesn’t even have a compass! I have to know which way I’m going!!!

@mikeread7528 Жыл бұрын

WHEN I PURCHASED MY BRAND NEW TOYOTA RUSH GR SPORT AUTOMATIC FROM THE TOYOTA DEALER IN CORDON ISABELA, I HAVE TO SAY THAT I WAS TOLD VERY LITTLE TO SAY THE LEAST, THE LADY THAT SOLD THE CAR WAS USELESS SINCE SHE IGNORED ME, DONT MIND ME I AM ONLY THE CLIENT. I MUST SAY THAT WHAT YOU SAID IN YOUR VIDEO IS REALLY GOOD AND USEFUL, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK 👍🏻

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@sonb1828 Жыл бұрын

Wow. After 20 years of owning a few Toyotas, not one person told me this. Thank YOU very much. You have no idea. :)

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

@livemiracle Жыл бұрын

Well, the anti-theft feature is really appreciated, but man, I was blown-away with the fact that you can lock the vehicle by touching the other side of the handle🤯 how come no one told me that, this is the 3rd car I owe and could use this feature

@snooooopycomehome Жыл бұрын

How is this possible that you never knew this? My Toyota is 15 yrs old so it still has the old school back "button" pad to lock door but it wasn't too much after 2007 they did away with that and made the lock feature "hidden". I read somewhere that if you're looking for a car and have done your research, 95% time you know WAY more than salesperson on the puts and takes of vehicle your looking to purchase. They're only TRAINED to SELL but not really know a damn thing abt the cars/trucks/SUVs themselves. I have found that to tru myself. When post-pandemic life opened back up, I went car shopping. There's specific safety feature I need due to neck condition I have. Either of the two Honda dealers could tell me the right info...so I walked. Sad since for many people its the biggest purchase they will ever make

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

It’s not just car sales. Customer service all down the board has suffered but that’s another story. Plz maintain faith good car sales professionals do exist! We are out there!

@lendu99 Жыл бұрын

I didnt know about it either to be honest that was the most informative part for me lol

@natrose4625 11 ай бұрын

Umm the vehicle manual mentions the locking door feature. But this tip about deactivating the signal temporarily. Sweet.

@jay62nz 6 ай бұрын

@@snooooopycomehome I can understand people not knowing. I'm one of those oldies don't buy a car every couple of years - usually only buy 10 year old cars and keep running them until the end of it's life (or in my last case, someone totalled it) so keeping up with the technology is not required. I find comfort in the simplicity of what I have. Having said that, I just bought a 2012 Corolla last week with a smart key so this video was super helpful.

@luckykey1011 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this. I recently bought my first car and I'm still trying to learn everything I need to know to take care of it. Your videos make my life a lot less stressful and easier. Thank you once again.

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@sunshine9717 Жыл бұрын

If only Toyota had a video tutorial explaining how the fob works. All key factors about your car. The salesperson should go over. Thanks for the valuable info. 🤗

@DrPeteChiro 2 жыл бұрын

Just took delivery of my TRD Pro 4Runner and was hoping there was a way to stop the fob from transmitting to keep it safe. Thanks so much for this Brian!

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on an awesome truck! Glad I helped!

@yevhenvorotylko257 2 жыл бұрын

Bit too late now, got my 2021 Trd sport stolen but just got refunded a new trd off road and will keep this in mind

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

So sorry to hear. I hope this video helps you and your new truck!

@user-nr9kb6rm2f 2 жыл бұрын

So sorry to hear. How did it get stolen? It has tracking system with useless?

@yevhenvorotylko257 2 жыл бұрын

@@user-nr9kb6rm2f they copied my fob because of remote starting it frequently, someone timed it before work every morning and one foggy night it was taken, thankfully my insurance is great and I got a new truck in matter of weeks. Be cautious with the fob, I got killer switch installed on my new truck and it makes all The difference

@joshnut 2 жыл бұрын

@@yevhenvorotylko257 what’s the killer switch installed did you got? I’m interesting.

@yevhenvorotylko257 2 жыл бұрын

@@joshnut a small button hidden in your car that shuts off your cars function to start unless flipped on. My dealer suggested it to prevent further theft. It’s not expensive and really can make a difference between having a break in or waking up to no truck in your driveway like happens with me

@SkaBob Жыл бұрын

Also key fobs will automatically turn off after not being moved for a short time, like 5 to 15 minutes. That way if it's sitting on a desk or key rack near the car someone can't just use a the relay system or even just an antenna or wire to bridge gap and make the car think the key is next to the car. And it makes the battery last much longer by not transmitting 24/7.

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you to everybody who watched and shared and liked this video!!! I’m so glad it helped so many of you. I can’t believe it had 100k views in 2 weeks WOW!!! You guys are awesome!!! 🙏🏼

@propblast82nd 2 жыл бұрын

@Brian Ruperti what watch you wearing in the video?

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

@@propblast82nd That is the Seiko SPB143. It replaced my beloved SKX007.

@propblast82nd 2 жыл бұрын

@@brianruperti great choice 👍

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

@@propblast82nd Thank you

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

@@propblast82nd What watch you been rocking out

@ninjazzrhythm400 2 жыл бұрын

Just incase people forget, you get "two" smart fobs. Dont forget the 2nd one because it can also be scanned if you're living in big neighborhoods.

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

100% correct thank you for reminding us! My second one at home is deactivated AND in an RFID pouch.

@ninjaninja9954 2 жыл бұрын

Hate keyless feature. Wish you can turn it off permanently

@WheresTheSauce Жыл бұрын

I feel like im the only one that appreciates a key start these days.

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

You’re def not alone

@RVH-io3dr 5 ай бұрын

I wish I had a key start. Much harder to hot wire a car then to just hack it. 4runner owner.

@robnoname1196 6 ай бұрын

This is great. We always keep a 'known good key' and now that key is stored...without it using its battery!

@johnwagemann8578 2 жыл бұрын

Reliable Toyota's salesman did explain this and a lot more when I bought my Tacoma in 2018. The review with a video and the very good explanation was a lot of help, because I had forgot about saving the battery!

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

That’s good! And I’m always here to help.

@alibenam2766 2 жыл бұрын

Great and helpful video! Worked as described. My son works with a car rental service and they've been warned about this relayed theft method. Thanks much for this 👍👍

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

So glad I could help! Plz share with anyone who may benefit from it!

@jw1ck 10 ай бұрын

Pentester here, these keys use rolling security codes much like most modern garage doors. Even a 2004 Acura has this security feature. The rolling code are similar to someone requiring a passcode to add up to the number 11. Whatever number they challenge you with, like 4, you would need to respond with a number that adds to 11, in this case 7. Of course, the code is more complicated than that, and there’s usually a large key space that prevents collisions of previously-used codes depending on the algorithm. Flipper Zero’s can’t be used to steal these. It’s way more practical to break a window or attack a person sitting in their car with their doors unlocked than to learn about RF attacks, purchase a device capable of brute forcing these rolling codes, waiting for 30 minutes near a car and hoping it brute forces it, and then stealing it, unless you’re the target of a nation-state organization.

@brianruperti 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@AtheosTheAtheist 10 ай бұрын

Came to say this, you aren't gfoing to see a car stolen using the method talked about in this video. The amount of effort required is far far too much compared to much easier methods

@Foobarbazqazqatquz 4 ай бұрын

I would also be willing to bet his description of the Key emitting a signal constantly is also misleading/misunderstood. Surely the fob only emits a signal as a response to a recognized challenge. If it was constantly sending signals, the CR2032 battery in it would be dead in like 3 months instead of the 3+ years ours is currently running on. The fob is going to need to see a challenge from a known vehicle before issuing a response, so if it sees challenges from other random cars it might drain the battery a little but it's going to ignore it and not send a signal. The attacker should probably need to send an appropriate challenge before they can even record your one-time-response, but like you said, the key system will roll the response and they can't replay it.

@ddbrock9675 Жыл бұрын

I was so thrilled when I took my SR for a test drive, the very first thing I noticed and got excited about it was the key, it had a REAL KEY!!! SO glad I got my SR!!

@stephenspencer8224 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Car theft is endemic world wide. Your video was taken at a nice pace and well presented. Very much appreciated.

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure to help

@denttech2515 2 жыл бұрын

Good to know. If you plan on leaving your vehicle for any length of time unattended, this should be used. If it is just a couple minutes here and there, don't waste your time, energy and health living paranoid. Thanks for sharing

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you 100% I only use this really when I am home. You’re welcome!

@danielnevha4664 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother for the tip... I see people talking about minutes 🤣 .Thieves don't need minutes to steal your vehicle in seconds it will be gone. I have tried this trick on my key fob but it's not working...help me

@Onii_Jim 2 ай бұрын

I saw this video when it first came out and I just bought a brand new Toyota and was looking for this video for a week. I am glad I found it again! Thank you so much for this!

@brianruperti 2 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

@michaelscottland4239 8 ай бұрын

I’ve been watching Scotty Kilmer and also The Car Care Nut Channel for a while now. And let me tell you, You Sir taught me something completely new!!

@brianruperti 8 ай бұрын

Thanks!!

@JonathanSoza4411 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’ve been fortunate to have my truck garage kept but this new knowledge helps tremendously

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

@Honest Rational Mind so glad that this video and our comments were able to help! Enjoy your car!

@1972CB350 2 жыл бұрын

I keep my keys (including Toyota and others) in an RFID blocking box at home after a theft. While it's nice to know there's a way to temporarily turn off the constant signal, manufacturers should allow this to be turned off permanently, if desired. Note that thieves in parking lots can steal your signal in a couple minutes (even while you're close by with your key on you in a store), so you can buy RFID blocking sleeves for your keys as well. Either option--the key fob trick or inserting your key into an RFID sleeve--is basically a pita.

@jaykenpachi6788 2 жыл бұрын

What about when you're starting your car? Don't you have to take it out of the sleeve, giving them enough time to steal it anyway?

@1972CB350 2 жыл бұрын

@@jaykenpachi6788 I suppose, but there's not much you can do about that if the process can in fact be done that quick and it's not disabled once you start the car. The RFID blocker at least provides some extra security at night when thieves troll around look for key signals fully broadcasting from inside your house. My next cars won't have this option..

@richeyrich2203 2 жыл бұрын

@@1972CB350 What will be your next cars?

@sandylane5498 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. Good to know!

@abba3629 2 жыл бұрын

Where can we get this RFID blocking Box or Sleeve. Sounds like a Good Investment to protect $30K Vehicle.

@leslie716 Жыл бұрын

Such valuable information! Thank you so much for taking the time to provide this video. Much appreciated!

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Glad to help 🙏🏼

@rn9119 11 ай бұрын

Just got my new Tacoma YESTERDAY and came across this video- THANK GOD!! Amazing to learn this!

@brianruperti 11 ай бұрын

Congrats! Thanks for watching. Which Tacoma grade and color did you go with?

@aslanerken6918 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot man for helping people to get more knowledgeable about useful things 👍🏻✌🏻

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

@YukonHawk1 Жыл бұрын

Brian....you guys serviced my highlander hybrid. You guys have a great reputation. Thank you for making this video.

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Thanks for dropping by the channel!

@janejorgensen1188 8 ай бұрын

Great information every Toyota owner should be shown this before they leave the dealership. Thanks so much.

@brianruperti 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@shirleycabildo8279 11 ай бұрын

I never knew about this safety advice. Wow! Tremendous help! You’re very smart. Thank you!

@brianruperti 11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@phoenixxstar3825 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this. I just got a 2023 RAV4 XLE two days ago. I just got dressed and deactivated mine. I had no idea I can walk up to my vehicle and press the handle to open it lol. No one explained that to me at Toyota , they gave me a paper to watch certain videos and I stumbled upon yours . Thank God!

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Sorry they didn’t show you anything! They’re supposed to go over the car with you. Glad to help and congrats on your new car!

@justinlikesme19 2 ай бұрын

ALREADY THECAR MANUAL IT HELPFUL THATS WHY EVERY CAR HAS A MANUAL TO READ

@TYPICALTRYHARD_ Жыл бұрын

If you really want an extra layer of protection just wrap it in foil it will block the emitting signal from the key so they can't boost it

@txmichaels 10 ай бұрын

I take the key out of my spare fob and hide it on the undercarriage of my suv - then keep the keyless fob inside the suv wrapped in aluminum foil. This allows me to have a way to access my vehicle in case I lose my first fob somehow.

@Stubummer Жыл бұрын

Thanks, I have a '21 Rav4 with the same fob and I didn't even know about the little key in the fob as well as all the other features you explained!

@robertriva1313 2 ай бұрын

The dealership in Australia where I live never told me about this feature to save battery life and protection from theft. Just tried it and it works great! Thankyou so much and now subscribed to your channel👍

@brianruperti 2 ай бұрын

Thanks! Welcome to the channel 😎

@claytonjohnson89 2 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate this fantastic video Brian!! its a long time i've been trying to find a way of protecting my Rav4.. thank you.

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome and thank you!! So glad I could help. More content to come!

@thomas4362 Жыл бұрын

To be very honest you were the first person/channel to tell us that it’s a one time deactivation. I kept shutting it down then opening the door up again and trying again and it was activated thought for some reason I was doing it wrong, which I wasn’t. Thanks again for your very detailed info on how to properly shut the key Fob down. 👍👍

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

@romeofabia2764 10 ай бұрын

I bought my Toyota Tacoma new in 2018 and none of this information was mentioned. I think it is valuable and I am going to start implementing this. Thank you 🙏🏽 and I am now a subscriber to you.

@brianruperti 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for subscribing! Welcome to the channel 😎

@EyeofHorus2347 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for this video! I watched a video on all the controls on the Corolla recently and thought I'd check this video out. I am so used to using the key FOB to lock and unlock doors, that I actually am not comfortable with the "keyless" function. And now that I know it can prevent theft too, I have followed your recommendation. I'd rather have the peace of mind than the convenience that I really don't need.

@brianruperti 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! Better safe than sorry!

@kjhkjhlkgjklggkhk 2 жыл бұрын

Great tip. You can also install a hidden kill switch on your fuel pump. Even experienced thieves can't start a vehicle w/o fuel. Chris Fix has a video on simple install.

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. And yes also great tip

@mikhailp7297 2 жыл бұрын

Just currious if this will void the vehicle’s warranty?

@billfrete8487 Жыл бұрын

@@mikhailp7297 It will void only if you suddenly get Electrical issues, On the newer cars 2020+ I would def recommend not splicing into your ECM. I def did the kill switch on a 2008, 2020, NO WAY.

@mattwhaley1865 2 жыл бұрын

I'm buying my first car soon and I saw that it had a push start function. Always thought that was an easy way for someone to steal the car. Definitely will be using this tip often

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

It’s not very easy so enjoy your push button! Just a helpful tip!

@joestewart5692 Жыл бұрын

your explanation was spot on dude..i gotta give you props

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@JeffJitsu 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I live around a ton of Toyotas ever since moving, and my batter life has been running out constantly. This is going to save me a ton of money and hassle!

@brianruperti 4 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@karenchamberskc Жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you, keeping it short and simple is appreciated 😊

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@le6014 2 жыл бұрын

This is awesome. I really did not know about this and was actually worried about leaving my truck in the driveway overnight while my keyfob (even though inside home) was probably within range so, this helps a lot. Thanks!!!!

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@Giovanni-od7if 11 ай бұрын

Extremely helpful! I'm picking up a 2021 Tacoma SR5 in 2 weeks and this is really good to know. Thank you!

@brianruperti 11 ай бұрын

🙏🏼

@Noobooddy 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing. Dealer should share this.

@KantstandlamGarage 2 жыл бұрын

This is great!!! Thanks for the info. Will be doing this on my 4runner

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! My pleasure to help!

@PFCD Жыл бұрын

Thank you... this was simple to understand why this is an issue and how to fix it. Elderly people especially would have no clue this is possible.

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

I got you

@brendapboyd513 4 ай бұрын

You are the most amazing teacher. Your videos are So easy to follow, simple and clear for visual learners like myself.

@brianruperti 4 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you! You comment made my day :-)

@daneilers739 10 ай бұрын

well done Brian; I appreciate all you do.

@brianruperti 10 ай бұрын

I appreciate that!

@KINGJUANMARO 2 жыл бұрын

Before i was jealous about the the keyless entry now im glad that my sr5 4r doesnt have it lol. Dealers should teach buyers about this though. Great vid.

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

Turn key is awesome! Thank you I hope it helped

@alvinsimba734 2 жыл бұрын

Key for the win in many situations except when one forgets to put de icer on key lock during the winter in which when one tries to.open the door the key bends.

@ernieledoux9495 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this helpful info.. even though I live in a rural area there’s a lot of drug activity & such in my area and this helps me feel more at ease for the safety of my vehicle..

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

@zororora2210 Жыл бұрын

Dealership didn't tell me this and I just went through your steps and it worked!!!! Thank you!!!!!!

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

@avisheksingh8015 Ай бұрын

Great one bro really informative was completely lost on this issue

@KennethScharf Жыл бұрын

I have the upgraded fob that has 4 buttons (lock, unlock, trunk, alarm). The double press of the unlock while holding the lock button seems to work on these two. At any rate, I can turn off the 'extra' fob and leave it in my end table until I need it, as I'm the only person driving my car and I'm keeping the extra fob as a spare. You can probably also keep the fob inside one of those shielded bags that are provided with turnpike toll transponders to deactivate them (they are RFID tags that have no batteries and can't be turned off). BTW a similar trick is being used by car thieves to steal Tesla's, they record your cell phone app unlock signals.

@Monica-70 Жыл бұрын

I'm relatively new to the Toyota keyless entry world. Excellent info! Thanks for sharing.

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

I got you

@LizzyWang-ph2nu 7 ай бұрын

Really appreciate the info sir, especially for me know nothing about the car. Nobody informed me of this when I bought my RAV4. Thank you again!

@brianruperti 7 ай бұрын

Right on!

@senulbimsath4055 Ай бұрын

I actually didn't know these features. Thank you for doing a video on them.

@brianruperti Ай бұрын

You’re welcome!

@Thelayzeexdawgg Жыл бұрын

I use this trick All the time. 👊

@tejmatronic Жыл бұрын

This is essential advice! I picked up my Toyota with a keyless fob just four days ago, they didn't mention this at all. I've just used this method to deactivate the spare and the fob I use day-to-day so it's not possible to boost the signal to start the car when it's on the driveway... as there's no longer a signal to boost. Thanks for the peace of mind bro!

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

@jackman2865 Жыл бұрын

Same 1 week Highlander

@chrisbowers7661 Жыл бұрын

Many (but not all) Toyota dealers are not helpful or informative these days. The sales force just pushes cars off the lot as fast as possible. Further, many (but not all) sales staff know little or nothing about the car/suv itself, except to tout the newest features available in that year and trim line.

@teasquared09 Ай бұрын

Thank you very much. I was thinking about getting a 2019 or earlier simply because of theft. This greatly improved my options. Thank you!

@brianruperti Ай бұрын

You’ll be fine!

@roaring_angels Ай бұрын

My favorite Toyota KZfaqr. The way you deliver information is smooooooth as buttah!

@brianruperti Ай бұрын

You made my day

@motorv8N Жыл бұрын

Great info- thanks! While my 2011 Venza is a bit long in the tooth now likely to be much of a theft target (When the model first appeared in 2009 it was one of the most stolen cars in Canada for a while…) I do like the idea of saving battery life in the remotes.

@joshnut 2 жыл бұрын

Extremely useful! I’m surprised that my dealership saleman didn’t tell me about this almost three years ago or I should have look into the manual guidebook oof! Thank you bro

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad I could help! The book mentions it very briefly. Coincidently I’m the only one out of myself and my colleagues who knew about this. So thanks for watching the video. More cool stuff to come and plz chafe with friends or family that might benefit from this!

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

@Robert Jacobs 🙏🏼

@mendozaccc 8 күн бұрын

Thank you for this precious information!

@_Talksick_ 10 ай бұрын

surprised the dealership didnt tell me about this. thanks for the great info.

@brianruperti 10 ай бұрын

Glad to help

@distantyahoo Ай бұрын

is anyone actually under the impression they can trust a dealership these days?

@cuzammazuc9387 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate this video, didn't know it could be done. I have bought a signal cancelling pouch. Another way to go. Now I think I may do both to make sure.

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

I bought the pouch first as well. Once I learned this from my manual, I often do both not that it is needed, but I like the pouch now in case someone drops and kicks the fob! Glad I helped you!

@alvinsimba734 2 жыл бұрын

@@brianruperti I'm glad toyota is still making the switchblade key... my 2020 corolla LE still uses the key. I had to get a key because I work in a nursing home where its mostly women working so due to that it was no brainer to get the key instead of push to start lol

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

@@alvinsimba734 The switchblade key is easy to use!

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

@Robert Jacobs I have one too!

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

@Robert Jacobs thanks for the tip!

@StephenKendall 10 ай бұрын

Glad to see the update in the description about the attack vector. The way that is described in the video is a basic attack vector that on most modern cars won't be that simple. However, through relay attacks and discovery of flaws in current implementations there is still a risk of theft that is mitigated by disabling the key. Another brand-neutral way to "disable" the key fob is to store it in a faraday bag when not in use. A properly made faraday bag will stop pretty much any wireless signal (RF, Bluetooth, WiFi, cellular, etc.) from passing through the walls of the bag. Personally I don't think such measures are necessary for the general public but for high-crime areas or high-target vehicles it is good to consider.

@ismateo 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for this comment. Q: Do faraday bags help preserve the battery life of the fob as well? Thx

@StephenKendall 5 ай бұрын

@@ismateo I'm not sure but I wouldn't expect it to have any significant impact on it. I suspect that the most power demanding tasks are initiated on the fob itself. However, I don't particularly have detailed knowledge about this so it very well could be different from that.

@hollyn9547 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video. I loved your explanations and "visuals". I had no idea about this, so THANK YOU so much!

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@lizteri3806 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the information sir... dealers may not know about it themselves, much appreciated 👍

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Glad to help! Please consider sharing my channel 🙏🏼

@pieteroosthuizen2145 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing. Dealers should tell owners about this. Work as you said, even on my 2016 RAV4 here in South Africa. Than you for sharing.

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

I got you!

@pieteroosthuizen2145 2 жыл бұрын

@@ver151set Ouch! No. I bought it new in 2016. Also, left hand drive vehicles are not popular in South Africa. We drive on the “other side” of the road, like the UK, Japan and many others.

@nikolayhristanov5201 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Brian, Thank you for the nice video! Some time ago when I bought my first Toyota Auris Hybrid (this model is known oversees as Corrola) I read the user manual from first page to last and that was explained there as a battery saving feature. Another way to go is to buy a case which screens the signal coming from the key fob.

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

Hey! You’re welcome! And yup! It’s in there! In the USA it’s a little more hidden in the book! Check out my other videos for some cool info :-)

@jayflores75 Жыл бұрын

I bought my wife a used 2013 Prius and she loves it! The dealer didn't explain anything to us such as locking the door by pressing on the 'ribs' on the opposite side of the handle... maybe they didn't know? Now thanks to you, she (including me!) now knows how to extend her smart key battery life! Thank you - thank you - thank you!!!

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

@David-mz8mo Жыл бұрын

My friend got his Jeep stolen in our gated apartment building parking space for residents only within 15 minutes. Fast closing garage doors, cameras, bright lighting at 8pm at our “home” right after a work shift from our hospital. Worst part is I referred him to live at our apartment because I thought it was mostly professionals and other healthcare workers living here and he lost a 60k car just like that. 15 cars in total stolen in 1 year at our apartment I still currently live in. Please Don’t feel like you’re being paranoid. The technology to copy your fob signal is about $100-$200 and is easy to buy. Luckily his insurance paid out 70k to him after it was tracked in Mexico and unreturnable.

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Sheesh what a shame…

@adan30marquezam 2 жыл бұрын

Super useful video! I’m just getting into surfing and wanted to leave my keys in lockbox on door handle since everyone does that here but I was scared since the signal would open the door since it’s right there but will definitely try this

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

That will def help and glad you liked the video. Be safe surfing!

@PFG888 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video! Honestly, it would be nice if you can change the default fob mode to only transmit/receive when the lock and unlock buttons are push within a 3-5 second window maybe.

@batcollins3714 3 күн бұрын

Thank you, I didn't know about the deactivation system. Great video, subscribed.

@brianruperti 3 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching! Welcome to the channel 😎

@hoseman10 Ай бұрын

You explained this in perfect detail. Thanks, I appreciate that.

@brianruperti Ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@redrav4570 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the hard work and sharing the info 👍 .

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@martindelafuente3123 2 жыл бұрын

So why do some people wrap fob in aluminum paper? What's the advantage?

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

@@martindelafuente3123 some people do that because that also helps stop the frequency when they are not using this method!

@angf2551 2 жыл бұрын

Great video bud ,thx for the tip I did not know this. Appreciate it,👊🏼

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! And you’re welcome I’m glad I could help!

@observancesarcastic12 2 ай бұрын

Thank you Brian for the amazing content you give us 😊

@brianruperti 2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!!

@BeaupreNick Ай бұрын

Your videos are SO helpful. Thank you! Please keep it up!

@brianruperti Ай бұрын

Thank you! Will do!

@wagtual Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I originally watched this a couple of months ago, but because of everything going on with life, I never got to doing it. Now, because of that my 2021 Tacoma was stolen exactly the way you described. For those who are reading this comment , you better stop readings and go disable that feature.

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

So sorry to hear! Did you get it back or are you replacing it?

@wagtual Жыл бұрын

@@brianruperti it was stolen 12 hours ago, so I’m still going through the process of filing a police report and insurance claim. What a pain in the….

@nukerog 2 жыл бұрын

This is great advice. I would add to that by saying you might be vulnerable in a short window of time from when you, for example, pull into a hotel and park until you disable your key fob. It might already be too late. I think if you want to be ultra safe, turn off the key-fob before you get to your final destination, that way there is no transmission at all when you arrive. The vehicle will continue to run until you shut it off, even with the key fob no longer electronically visible to the vehicle.

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

With the modern way they do it now (2 people 2 scanners/amplifiers) I think you’re fine just deactivating it once you step out of the vehicle. But ya never know!

@qa7103 3 ай бұрын

Really helpful. There's more to these little guys than meets the eye.

@krystalpollock3348 Жыл бұрын

This is very helpful, thank you. I had one car stolen out of my driveway a Rav4 gone without a trace. Now I know what to do to prevent it from happening again. Thanks so much for this video. I hope many view it since it doesn’t seem to be important enough for the car dealerships to inform their customers.

@brianruperti Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching please share with friends and family 🙏🏼

@brarautorepairs 11 ай бұрын

Relay attack is only one method. There are other ways to steal a car via the OBDII port.

@mattinthehat22 2 жыл бұрын

You can make or buy foil pouches to keep fobs in, too. They go on your belt or can hang up where you put your keys in your house. Won’t save the battery, but keeps someone from reading the frequency.

@brianruperti 2 жыл бұрын

You are 100% correct! Thanks for sharing with us!