How To Program The Auto Door Lock Function on 2003-2009 4runners

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4 жыл бұрын

Not the most exciting video today, but I'm still an idiot so that's entertaining. If you've been wondering how to program the auto door lock function on the 4th gen 4runner, it's actually really simple.
There are 2 different settings for this:
1. The doors lock and unlock when you shift in and out of park
2. The doors lock once you start driving (around 10mph)
To switch between these options, follow this procedure:
1. With all the doors closed, switch the ignition to the "ON" position
2. Vehicle must be in park or neutral
3. Within 10 seconds of switching the ignition, press and hold the driver's side unlock button for exactly 5 seconds
4. If you've done this correctly, the locks will cycle back and forth letting you know you've changed the setting
5. Carry on with your life
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@CanadianGearhead Жыл бұрын

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@DanielADickey 2 жыл бұрын

Close all doors and switch the ignition to the “ON” position. Do not start the engine. Do one of the following depending on how you want the auto lock system to function: To make the doors automatically lock when shifting, shift the gear to “P” (you’re probably on “P” already), then press and hold button “Lock” button on the door. To make the doors automatically unlock when shifting, shift the gear to “P“, then press and hold the “Unlock” button on the door. To make the doors automatically lock when the vehicle reaches 12mph, shift the gear to “N“, then press and hold the “Lock” button on the door. To make the doors automatically unlock when the driver’s door is opened, shift the gear to “N“, then press and hold “Unlock” button on the door. To disable any of the door lock settings, simply repeat the procedure.

@MT-zh3kx 2 жыл бұрын

This procedure Is not working on my 06 Highlander limited . Any advice please ?

@donchamberound7477 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Daniel Dickey, I just picked up a 2008, I like that it will "lock all doors when shifting out of P, but HATE that it auto unlocks when shifted back to Park. Can we get it to lock but NOT UNLOCK?

@danielwong5082 11 ай бұрын

You saved me from a big headache. My mistake was exactly what you pointed out - depressing the unlock button longer than 5 seconds. And I just couldn't figure out what I was doing wrong until I saw your video.

@sturomain 4 жыл бұрын

Helped me out big time. Simplified my life backing out of garage to pick up family waiting on driveway. Did this on a 2006 Solara worked great .. Thanks...

@swi01 3 жыл бұрын

OMG thank you! The trick is it HAS to be EXACTLY 5 seconds (like, within ± 500ms) or it doesn't work. I was following the manual and it doesn't say this. If you hold it for 4 or 6 seconds it won't work.

@bh5697 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for breaking it down! EXACTLY 5 seconds helped lol

@TheRimeOfTheAncientMariner 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I thought mine was just broken or something. I now have renewed confidence and will try again!

@robc5837 2 жыл бұрын

Dude. Thx a ton. For the life of me I couldn't figure this out with the manual. This worked for my 2018 4runner.

@reddysings 2 жыл бұрын

I love my 4 runner but utterly despise that auto door lock. Thanks so much for this video, you saved my vehicle from another kick in the tire! ❤️

@symplyblue74 11 ай бұрын

Omg it worked!😲 I kept messing up on my 5 seconds so I watched the video again and did everything along with the video and it worked on the first try!😁Thank you so much! 😀😀😀

@hugostiglitz1109 4 жыл бұрын

thanks man. you saved me heaps of time trying to figure this out! the five second tip was a huge help.

@jefferydewhurst6254 Жыл бұрын

So good! I have a 2007 Lexus GX470 and I had the same experience and this worked perfect. I only have one key so it’s important to me that it unlocks when I put the vehicle in park. Thank you for the tip!

@DanWebster79 4 жыл бұрын

Wish there was a third option: never lock unless I choose to lock!

@sicsempertyrannis83 3 жыл бұрын

There is. Instead of using unlock in the sequence, hold down lock. Put mine in manual only mode. You're welcome.

@heavyprogressive76 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah that's right. You just use the same thing you used to engage a feature to disengage it. Full manual is easy sleezy lemon pezee

@peekster09 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for giving me this shortcut. Makes a lot more sense than sifting thru vague, confusing, instructions I’m the manual. My issue is having the doors auto lock when I’m out of the vehicle which is incredibly annoying when your going in and out while loading. I don’t have access to my vehicle at the moment but I can’t wait to give your instructions a try! Got a good laugh at your cutaway to the cheering cheering crowd😂👏🏽

@phitau117 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks just did it on my 4runner and it worked I’d recommend using the stopwatch feature on iPhone it counts better then I do.

@josiahsansone6401 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. I have a 2003 v8 4runner and all your videos really help me figure my way around my car. Please do more videos like this

@CanadianGearhead 4 жыл бұрын

If people keep watching them, I'll keep making them!

@josiahsansone6401 4 жыл бұрын

@@CanadianGearhead If you do another video like this you should sho how you painted your emblems black because I've really been looking into doing it and don't know how.

@CanadianGearhead 4 жыл бұрын

@@josiahsansone6401 The previous owner did mine but maybe I'll touch them up when it's warm enough

@josiahsansone6401 4 жыл бұрын

@@CanadianGearhead Sweet

@BertrandNathanaelJean 7 ай бұрын

You’re video was the only one on KZfaq that helped me do this. Smh the timing really helped I did it the same time with you.

@vaskogradinarov9578 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I have 2009 Toyota Avensis European model and it worked. All the best !

@carlo8918 4 жыл бұрын

I am really waiting for somebody to get that done right! thanks for the vid CGH!

@timrepairs 3 жыл бұрын

Youre the man for putting this video up. Saved me 10minutes looking it up myself.

@robmcgrath5400 Жыл бұрын

Man i love this. Doors all not unlocking when you turn off the car was about as annoying as it gets. Now, my other annoyance is the damn key fob. For some reason I inadvertently hit the buttons all the time. Never had the issue with any other brand of vehicle. Looking for a replacement fob!!!

@benbarwick41 3 жыл бұрын

Works on my '03 Sequoia. Apparently it has a 3rd setting for the door locks. It would lock when I shift out of park and just stay locked. Very annoying having to go back to the drivers door and hit the unlock button every time to open the rear hatch or any other door, even though I hadn't locked it myself. I did this process and it switched to locking when shifting out of park and unlocking when shifting back into park. I didn't continued toggling it to see what the other settings would do because it's late and that's what I wanted. Thanks for posting!!

@CanadianGearhead 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it worked on the Sequoia too!

@gevonwilliams5948 Жыл бұрын

This was very helpful. It didn't work the first try but it did on the second try 👍🏾👍🏾

@jordantanzyus1253 2 жыл бұрын

Worked on my Lexus '05 GX470! Thank you!

@tesfayebaba 10 ай бұрын

The most useful video I have seen on this issue! 👍

@honeyannmarie171 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much I have been scared for so long. Finally I feel safe

@GregMaibach 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for info. This worked on my 2003 GX470

@CanadianGearhead 4 жыл бұрын

Good to know for anyone who might be wondering 👍

@ladeofthehouse7695 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, we tried this over and over again but the whole issue was we were holding the button for too long. Thank you thank you thank you!

@CanadianGearhead 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you got it sorted out!

@zaidm.4673 2 жыл бұрын

Bro you're a life saver thank you for that

@diamondstrancend 2 жыл бұрын

Ya bro you just saved me a trip to the dealer. Thanks. 10/10

@CanadianGearhead 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@johnviera3884 4 жыл бұрын

It should lock when you start the car immediately. That is the safest option. So people can’t jump in and assault you In the parking lot

@dontrustwhiteyevery1 2 жыл бұрын

Just use your Ninja skills..~(Sensei)

@takenote7085 2 жыл бұрын

Why would you want to be locked in a moving vehicle?

@mavory243 Жыл бұрын

@@takenote7085 at red lights someone can open your car to steal something or just to jump in it, it's the kind of thing that never happens, but when you are victim of that you have regrets to not have activated that feature

@latenttweet Жыл бұрын

Or just drunk roommate comes up to your car at the light and tries to open the door. A game he loved to play. But hey I guess it kept people aware. RIP Jamie

@marlenemilagrocipriano3760 Жыл бұрын

You said you will change it to automatic as you start not when moving

@j.mccarthy3008 Жыл бұрын

Thanks SO MUCH!! This also worked on a 2008 Lexus RX350. Kinda a glorified Toyota anyway!! The KEY as you mentioned is the 5 seconds.

@AJ6spd 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude i never knew i could do this 😅

@eniome 2 жыл бұрын

The same for gx470, I used my watch for accuracy as you said.

@jesusoxlaj Жыл бұрын

It really worked , thanks a lot.

@kingbaba2667 4 жыл бұрын

Loved that Loves from Afghanistan 🇦🇫 ❤

@zackeriedennis2563 Жыл бұрын

Thanks brother! I got it on the first try

@panicatthediscord3180 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video! My 4Runner was set to only unlock front doors when I put it in park and it was driving and my wife crazy! Could you do a video on how to turn off the unlock/lock chime when you use your fob? Can’t seem to find a video on this for 4th gen. The chime is so annoying!

@skippylippy547 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Thank you.

@CanadianGearhead 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

@yourmom-ji2qn 4 жыл бұрын

Good video, good music

@xiaotianwang5282 Жыл бұрын

Great video.May i ask how to set press one time to unlock all doors?

@thomasolson49 3 жыл бұрын

Can you make a video on how to mute the locking/unlocking beeps? I’m thinking about removing the piezo.

@jeffkernen1554 3 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know how to disable the lock and unlock feature when using the keyhole on the tailgate to roll up the window? I don't want the truck to lock when I roll the window up.

@Khaled-if4xs 3 жыл бұрын

Good job Thank you

@mindyredman4595 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much ❤

@ioanardelean1936 Жыл бұрын

Suuper!!! Thank you so much

@The.Dark1365 9 ай бұрын

Which wire do I snip to have full control of my doors?

@just4u239 3 жыл бұрын

Do all the doors have to be completely shut because my rear hatch wont seal lock

@SirGregory 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate.

@cedricsturge303 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have one on a 2001 Lexus gs300 rear door lock actuator

@tammiewillh2331 3 жыл бұрын

Worked on a 2015 4Runner as well. Had to be 5 seconds for sure.

@jeffboeckel8312 2 жыл бұрын

What was the song in the beginning great vibe. Sorry non auto related lol. Great video

@knuckleduster69 2 жыл бұрын

Mine all lock when I put the key into the ON position, take out of ON position and they unlock. Had to break a window out due to turning the Runner on with the drivers door open then stepping outside the vehicle with it running. Not good, it’s driving me nuts.

@AntonioClaudioMichael Жыл бұрын

The only 2 4runners I have that auto lock when you shift is my 2007 4runner sport and my 1997 limited none of my other 3rd gens do it my 2000 sr5 4x4 my 2000 limited 4x4 my 1999 limited 4x4 or my 2001 limited 4x4 it's very funny how that feature was put on limited 97 but it's rare to see in on any other limited 3rd gen there isn't many 4th gens with it other then limited and sport

@orayqt Жыл бұрын

It's working properly

@eyksitotheworld 3 жыл бұрын

Please kindly show how to get the Auto Lock function on my 2015 Toyota Prado

@churoloko4257 2 жыл бұрын

Did it on my 3rd try, finally my doors stay locked when I shift into park😩🤟🏻

@FGV_Gravity 3 жыл бұрын

Do this work on a 2004 Toyota fortuner 4x4 SUV?

@scamiblees6994 3 жыл бұрын

can u tell me how to do it when u shift out of PARK

@autoesthetiquefarnham-maxi3083 2 жыл бұрын

before when I stopped and put on park the driver's door unlocked itself and now why?

@kaifk.k5194 3 жыл бұрын

Bro need help My car Toyota Avalon 1999 Suddenly the door lock stopped working and the power seat buttons are also not working Before it was working with key but without remote but now only the driver door opens with key not all the doors open Pls help

@ubilcermazariegos7435 3 жыл бұрын

Does it work for 2000-05 RAV4?

@TChowdhury00 4 жыл бұрын

thanks alot dude :) I asked for it :)

@CanadianGearhead 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, I couldn't remember who it was 👍

@TChowdhury00 4 жыл бұрын

@@CanadianGearhead check my comment on ''9 Interesting 4th Gen TOYOTA 4RUNNER Features''

@javigutierrez2608 Жыл бұрын

Will this work on a 2014 tacoma ?

@sormsonabo8578 2 жыл бұрын

Is it work on Toyota Prius 2007

@michaelgraham1913 3 жыл бұрын

This work on 2013 Tacoma too?

@ulan1295 4 жыл бұрын

Ok. Good video. And how to get back (stock) version? My Corolla 2006 programmed too, when selector moves to D point, all doors lock automatically.

@osaremensamuel3895 2 жыл бұрын

How did you do it?

@ulan1295 2 жыл бұрын

@@osaremensamuel3895 just try to find on youtube. It was in my car as default option. And I have changed to NO LOCK after Ignition ON.

@tommyho6437 Жыл бұрын

I tired it, it doesn’t do anything when I drive over 13mph. Wonder what is wrong

@prasanthkv9920 2 жыл бұрын

Any hope for Pajero 2010 ???

@aaw925 8 ай бұрын

I’ve locked my keys in my car 3 times already. I’ve only had the car for about 5 months, it’s starting to get old having to wait for AAA outside my car! Hopefully this helps! P.s. I got my 5 seconds on the 1st try 😉

@shanewillis2072 3 жыл бұрын

Useful information starts at 1:05...You're welcome I saved you a minute.

@muralles08 3 жыл бұрын

Is actually after 4 seconds of switch being ON , then 5 seconds on the unlock switch. That’s how it worked for me after trying the ten second rule 😞

@24hrstolive27 2 жыл бұрын

Dumb question but can you do a video on how to set up your mirrors and chair with the program set button?

@CanadianGearhead 2 жыл бұрын

Good idea! I'll put it on the list

@dagandodd2002 2 жыл бұрын

My back door hatch opened last week next day nothing I can't get my back hatch open 06 Toyota 4Runner

@jrockaz548 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for mentioning it wont do it until u release the button 🎉i would add if u dont want it to lock hold the lock button 5 seconds not unlock

@CanadianGearhead 4 жыл бұрын

I thought I was never going to get it

@Kiss__Kiss 4 жыл бұрын

Took me a couple of tries too. I had to literally write down the instructions on a piece of paper and read them as fast as I could while performing said task lol Oh wait, Never Mind!! I am talking about trying to program an extra KeyFob.. BUT, that's for another video lol

@greenbanana2332 4 жыл бұрын

Great vid CGH! One of the first things I reprogrammed when I got my used T4R.

@greenbanana2332 4 жыл бұрын

Kiss Kiss: 🤣 same here with the key fob. Also, only 5 fobs can be programmed at a time. If a fob is not “learning,” memory could be full and you’ll need to reset.

@306brookhaven 4 жыл бұрын

Canadian Gearhead will this work on a 2008 Tacoma?

@MT-zh3kx 2 жыл бұрын

I did try on my 06 Highlander limited for several times and unfortunately not working for probably particular this Model ? Any advice or Help please !

@306brookhaven 4 жыл бұрын

Will this work on a 2008 Tacoma?

@CanadianGearhead 4 жыл бұрын

Guess you'll have to try it to find out

@Bioandroid2023 Жыл бұрын

Anyone get this to work on Fj Cruiser?

@ChrisGarcia505 4 жыл бұрын

Does this work for 3rd gen?

@CanadianGearhead 4 жыл бұрын

No idea, try it and find out

@bernievargas6740 Жыл бұрын

Is that the same procedure for the Tacoma?

@CanadianGearhead Жыл бұрын

Not sure, I'll try it on my 2nd gen but it might not have this function

@rolandgonzales3343 3 жыл бұрын

Also works for Rav4

@CanadianGearhead 3 жыл бұрын

Good to know!

@PervertedThang 4 жыл бұрын

And it has to be exactly five seconds. I had to use a timer. Most annoying method of programming locks.

@chanhs8 3 жыл бұрын

agree. Toyota (or the Japanese) is pathetic on this kind of accuracy.

@humzas1449 4 жыл бұрын

Can you do a backup camera

@CanadianGearhead 4 жыл бұрын

Thinking about upgrading the audio in the future, might include one

@mnaeemkpk665 2 жыл бұрын

Toyota hilux pickup japan 2019 door lock not working remort control also not working

@staceyjenkins6242 3 жыл бұрын

I unlock my 4Runner using the key fob, set the keys down, and walk out to the car. Just as I arrive to open the door, the damn car auto locks all the doors!! What crazed engineer programs a car to Lock the doors shortly after you've Unlocked them??? Would LOVE to shut off this locking feature (or strangle the guy who created it . . . )

@CanadianGearhead 3 жыл бұрын

I think it does that if you haven't opened the door within 30 seconds so you don't accidentally hit the button and leave it unlocked

@staceyjenkins6242 3 жыл бұрын

@@CanadianGearhead Yes, I'm guessing the Toyota engineers thought us owners too stupid to lock our own doors. So, the engineers decided they should think for us and lock our doors, even if we had intentionally UNlocked the doors 30 seconds earlier.

@staceyjenkins6242 3 жыл бұрын

The manual says: "The timing of the [30 second] automatic door lock function can be changed. For details, contact your Toyota dealer." Our Toyota dealer has no idea what the manual is referring to. Any ideas?

@CanadianGearhead 3 жыл бұрын

@@staceyjenkins6242 They might be able to plug their tool into the computer and change how long it takes to re lock them