Alarm/Keyless entry remote not working

calrockx · 11-29-2006, 09:49 PM

The past few days it's been taking a few clicks for the keychain remote to lock or unlock the 4Runner. It has the stock Toyota alarm system. It's eventually work, it just sure doesn't work first try.

I was thinking it's just the battery in the remote, so I tried the spare one. Same thing. Now both of the remotes are from the day I got the truck, so both a little over 4 years old.

Maybe both have bad batteries?
Everything else is working fine, any other ideas?
Also, how much are those things?

I plan on stopping by Toyota later this week, but I want info now! haha

04 Rocko Taco · 11-29-2006, 10:26 PM

well, batteries are cheap, so why not replace those and see?
i have heard of the piezo chirper unit going bad, but not the actual lock actuators, I would say you have more of a remote problem than you do a system problem, so check the batteries first.

95FourRunner · 11-30-2006, 06:14 AM

I had the same problem in both of my remotes. Changed the batteries in both of them and they are working perfectly now. Use a small coin to open the unit, get the battery type/model and replace them.

Like 04RT said, its the cheapest way to test the unit. If its not the battery, then you may be paying more $$$ for new units. Batteries shouldn't be more than 5 or 6 bucks.

neliconcept · 11-30-2006, 08:01 AM

you can actually goto the dealership and ask him to to do a signal check on it. free usually. if nothing comes up, and battery doesnt fix it. get a new one

these remotes are everywhere on ebay for like 25 bucks, where I got mine instead of the 125 version from the stealerfags.

sdstud212001 · 11-30-2006, 08:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by neliconcept

stealerfags.

Are those Pittsberg fans

J/K I know who you are refering to

surf4runner · 11-30-2006, 01:43 PM

4 YO batteries are likely bad.
new from rite-aid $3.99/ea

04 Rocko Taco · 11-30-2006, 01:53 PM

So, Cal, any updates on this one?

surf4runner · 11-30-2006, 01:57 PM

probably locked his keys inside at the dealer

11-29-2006, 09:49 PM	#1 (permalink)
calrockx Contributing Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Santa Clarita, California Posts: 4,746	Alarm/Keyless entry remote not working The past few days it's been taking a few clicks for the keychain remote to lock or unlock the 4Runner. It has the stock Toyota alarm system. It's eventually work, it just sure doesn't work first try. I was thinking it's just the battery in the remote, so I tried the spare one. Same thing. Now both of the remotes are from the day I got the truck, so both a little over 4 years old. Maybe both have bad batteries? Everything else is working fine, any other ideas? Also, how much are those things? I plan on stopping by Toyota later this week, but I want info now! haha __________________ [2002 4Runner 4WD]

11-29-2006, 10:26 PM	#2 (permalink)
04 Rocko Taco Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Atlanta, Ga Posts: 4,092	well, batteries are cheap, so why not replace those and see? i have heard of the piezo chirper unit going bad, but not the actual lock actuators, I would say you have more of a remote problem than you do a system problem, so check the batteries first. __________________ -Chris Tread Lightly! 04 Double Cab PreRunner. 3.4 - Auto 84 4Runner 4WD. 22R - 5 spd Lifted, Locked, 33x12.50 Disclaimer:My Photobucket is being revamped. If there are broken links, shoot me a PM. Thanks. ~Chris Great Toyota Tech

11-30-2006, 06:14 AM	#3 (permalink)
95FourRunner Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Florida Panhandle/Destin Posts: 111	I had the same problem in both of my remotes. Changed the batteries in both of them and they are working perfectly now. Use a small coin to open the unit, get the battery type/model and replace them. Like 04RT said, its the cheapest way to test the unit. If its not the battery, then you may be paying more $$$ for new units. Batteries shouldn't be more than 5 or 6 bucks. __________________ Ramon 1999 Toyota 4runner Highlander 4wd SR5 V6 5speed 3" Toytec lift / OME springs www.reflextruckliners.com <-- best bedliners in the industry

11-30-2006, 01:53 PM	#7 (permalink)
04 Rocko Taco Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Atlanta, Ga Posts: 4,092	So, Cal, any updates on this one? __________________ -Chris Tread Lightly! 04 Double Cab PreRunner. 3.4 - Auto 84 4Runner 4WD. 22R - 5 spd Lifted, Locked, 33x12.50 Disclaimer:My Photobucket is being revamped. If there are broken links, shoot me a PM. Thanks. ~Chris Great Toyota Tech

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11-30-2006, 08:01 AM	#4 (permalink)
neliconcept Banned Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 0	you can actually goto the dealership and ask him to to do a signal check on it. free usually. if nothing comes up, and battery doesnt fix it. get a new one these remotes are everywhere on ebay for like 25 bucks, where I got mine instead of the 125 version from the stealerfags.

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