- Windows-based PC laptop computer
- Diagnostic software Techstream and cable MINI VCI (USB to OBD2)
- New Toyota, Lexus or Scion Smart Key fob with unlocked smart chip transmitter
(these are eBay affiliated links) - TechStream “Professional” subscription (https://techinfo.snapon.com/TIS/Register.aspx).
- Connect your computer to OBD2 port under the dashboard of your car using the included cable
- Launch TechStream software and click on “Connect to Vehicle”
- Select your car make, model, year, engine
- Choose “With Smart Key” option
- *If your car doesn’t have smart keyfob, choose “Without SmartKey”. Programming instructions will be different.
- Select “Smart Key” system
- Click on “Utility” button
- Select “Smart Code Registration”
- Press the Start button in your car once to turn the engine/power ON
- Remove any devices that may cause electromagnetic interference, such as cell phones
- Be aware that you will need to perform each step within the specified amount of time
- Only carry one smart key into the vehicle at a time
- Check four checkboxes and click “Next”
(I rolled down the window and placed the unregistered key on the roof of my car, and it worked just fine)
- Press “Start” button to start registering process
- Within 30 seconds touch engine start switch/button with your registered smart key. You will hear one beep
- Within 30 seconds remove the registered key from the vehicle, place the new unregistered key into the vehicle, and touch the engine start switch/button with the unregistered smart key. You will hear one beep
- Place the key on the passenger seat. New smart key registration is complete!
- Test new smart key to verify it is working
- You can press “Next” to register more keys, or “Exit” to finish.