Toyo VIP RS3000 Security system Trouble

[T4RWILL]

I have a 1997 limited with a factory installed VIP RS3000 security system. I know this because i have the little 'Status Monitor'

And the correct ECU spot for 1997..

My only problem is, I ordered a key-less entry fob and I can't get it to work. It is the black fob (there are two the tan and the black)

I'm not sure of the difference between the two, but all I know is the directions that the key came with aren't working.. any suggestions?

 

[Millerad1651]

Did you read this? From what I've heard it can be tricky, but there should be some helpful tips in there.

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/7501-programming-instructions-keyless-entry-remote.html

 

[T4R2014]

There is a black and a grey fob, 4Runner's came with black fobs. That appears to be a grey fob. My key fob is definitely not that color so you've got the wrong fob. If you have the old fob you could swap the electronics.

 

[Millerad1651]

Mine was gray, looked just like that.

 

[T4R2014]

Mine was gray, looked just like that.

Someone probably switched the casing. The casing of these remotes are known to break easily.

 

[T4RWILL]

Did you read this? From what I've heard it can be tricky, but there should be some helpful tips in there.

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/7501-programming-instructions-keyless-entry-remote.html

yes I did read solely the instruction part of that thread, I'll go back and see if there's any advice in there.

My Fob is pretty dark (could be the picture) but I'm aware of a tan colored fab
http://www.keyless-remotes.com/catalog/TOY8110_B_250x250.jpg

and a darker one than mine
http://forum.ih8mud.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=550642&stc=1&d=1314295145

But mine seems to be smack in the middle of those two colors... I'll check up on the Key-less entry instruction sticky

 

[T4R2014]

yes I did read solely the instruction part of that thread, I'll go back and see if there's any advice in there.

My Fob is pretty dark (could be the picture) but I'm aware of a tan colored fab
http://www.keyless-remotes.com/catalog/TOY8110_B_250x250.jpg

and a darker one than mine
http://forum.ih8mud.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=550642&stc=1&d=1314295145

But mine seems to be smack in the middle of those two colors... I'll check up on the Key-less entry instruction sticky

I'm thinking that picture of the tan fob is the grey fob you have but the picture was taken in very bad lighting. The grey fob was included in cars such as Camry's, Avalon's, etc. The darker one is the black one, those came on 4Runner's, Land Cruiser's, T100's, etc. I've never seen a tan RS3000 fob.

 

[T4RWILL]

SUCCESS!!!!

Got the new key fob in the mail today

yesssss.. its the black version that shouldd work on the 1997 and prior vip systems..

WOO, I programmed it and now oficially have a key fob for my 1997 (!!) T4R

:guitar3:

 

[T4R2014]

I was right. :nerd:

Just wondering, but would you want to sell the casing of the gray remote? Or the entire remote if you'd prefer not to separate.

 

[Bohemian1963]

Hi. I'm new and can't yet start a new thread but my problem is related to the remote not working... I can find nothing online about the status monitor not working. I have a 97 TR4 Unlimited w/power locks and the factory security system w/ status monitor on the center consoI and ECU under the driver's seat. I programed a replacement remote and it worked fine for a while then suddenly stopped working. Now the status monitor no longer lights up, the remote will not work the locks (fresh battery, red light on fob works) and the doors no longer lock automatically after I close them and start the engine. I've tried the green reset button on the ECU and replaced the two fuses in the dash, but it just won't light up. Thinking maybe a short in the wiring. What else can I check, before having to take it to a mechanic?

 

[T4R2014]

There is a black and a grey fob, 4Runner's came with black fobs. That appears to be a grey fob. My key fob is definitely not that color so you've got the wrong fob. If you have the old fob you could swap the electronics.

For anyone reading, this was wrong. The black fob was used in various Toyotas from 96-97. In 1998 they switched over to the grey fob in the 4Runner and likely most other Toyotas.

 

[john1999]

For anyone reading, this was wrong. The black fob was used in various Toyotas from 96-97. In 1998 they switched over to the grey fob in the 4Runner and likely most other Toyotas.

from my understanding one color was for factory installed and the other was dealer installed.dont think it had anything to do with the year .but i could be wrong .

 

[bdjcl]

For anyone reading, this was wrong. The black fob was used in various Toyotas from 96-97. In 1998 they switched over to the grey fob in the 4Runner and likely most other Toyotas.

yes. I recently bought a grey remote for my '98 and programmed it very easily using these instructions: https://stuff.128keaton.com/rs3000/RS3000-VIP-Reprogram.pdf

 

[bo4osu]

nope. The 97/98 came with the grey fob. 99 and up are black. I've talked to Toyota on this

 

[19963.4lsr5]

My fob is black for my 97


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[T4R2014]

nope. The 97/98 came with the grey fob. 99 and up are black. I've talked to Toyota on this

Not exactly what you should believe. You shouldn't consider a local dealer's info as being "Toyota's word". Dealers haven't had to deal with these in nearly 20 years.

1999 is a totally different system(RS3200), although for some reason I've seen some 1999s with the RS3000 installed.

 

[endoscott]

my 97 Limited is black. intermittently it won't chirp but I hear a click from fuse box (single or double click, but no chirp). seems mor frequent when its cold. then on occasion I get no response (not even a click) when turning key to start position. 4 or 5 tries and all of a sudden it fires right up. new battery and starter, clean terminals. I am starting to think the no start and no chirp are related problems. anyone else experience this?

 

[brillo_76]

my 97 Limited is black. intermittently it won't chirp but I hear a click from fuse box (single or double click, but no chirp). seems mor frequent when its cold. then on occasion I get no response (not even a click) when turning key to start position. 4 or 5 tries and all of a sudden it fires right up. new battery and starter, clean terminals. I am starting to think the no start and no chirp are related problems. anyone else experience this?

Could be the contacts on the back of the key as well. I had nothing when my ignition connector was warn badly in the start position. Especially worth checking if the rig has higher mileage on it. >200k as mine went at about 240k.

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[RodrickHeffley]

yes. I recently bought a grey remote for my '98 and programmed it very easily using these instructions: https://stuff.128keaton.com/rs3000/RS3000-VIP-Reprogram.pdf

Hello, I'm looking to get a remote for my '98 Limited. Do you have a link as to where you got yours?

 

[bdjcl]

Hello, I'm looking to get a remote for my '98 Limited. Do you have a link as to where you got yours?

sure thing.

Toyota VIP RS3000 System Remote 1998 & Up - TOY8110_B - Keyless-Remotes