2021 Toyota Tundra Owners Manual - Key information

Key information

Keys

Type A Keys

Key number plate

Type B Keys

Operating the wireless remote con-

trol function

Type C Electronic keys

Operating the smart key sys- tem (P. 138)

Operating the wireless remote control function

Key number plate Key

Key number plate

Type B

Pressing the button unlocks the driver’s door. Pressing the button again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors.

Type C

Pressing the button unlocks the driver’s door. Pressing the button again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors.

To take out the mechanical key,

push the release button and take the key out.

The mechanical key can only be inserted in one direction, as the key only has grooves on one side.

If the key cannot be inserted in a lock cylinder, turn it over and reat- tempt to insert it.

Panic mode (type B or type C)

When is pressed for longer than about

1 second, an alarm will sound intermit-

tently and the vehicle lights will flash to deter any person from trying to break into or damage your vehicle.

To stop the alarm, press any button on the key (with a wireless remote control func- tion) or electronic key.

When required to leave the vehicle’s key with a parking attendant (type C)

Lock the glove box as circumstances demand. (P. 362)

Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the electronic key only.

If you lose your keys

Type A and B

New genuine key can be made by your Toyota dealer using the other key and the key number stamped on your key number plate.

Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.

Type C

New genuine key can be made by your Toyota dealer. The following are necessary when making new keys.

Mechanical key:

The key number for the mechanical key stamped on the number plate and the other key.

Key:

The key number for key stamped on the key number plate.

Keep the plates in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.

There are key number plates for the mechanical key and key respectively. When storing them, keep them in a safe place in a manner to distinguish one from the other (such as markings, etc.).

When riding in an aircraft (type B or type C)

When bringing an wireless remote control function onto an aircraft, make sure you do not press any button on the key while inside the aircraft cabin. If you are carrying the key in your bag, etc., ensure that the buttons are not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the key to emit radio waves that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft.

Conditions affecting operation (type B or type C)

Type B

The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the following situations.

Near a TV tower, radio station, electric power plant, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves

When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone or other wireless communi- cation device

When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity

When the wireless key has come into contact with, or is covered by a metal- lic object

When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby

When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as a personal computer

Type C

P. 142

Key battery depletion (type B or type C)

Type B

If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. (P. 451)

Type C

The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years.

If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the engine stops. (P. 503)

As the electronic key always receives radio waves, the battery will become depleted even if the electronic key is not used. The following symptoms indi- cate that the electronic key battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. (P. 451)

The smart key system or the wireless remote control does not oper- ate.

The detection area becomes smaller.

The LED indicator on the key surface does not turn on.

To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 1 m (3 ft.) of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field:

TVs

Personal computers

Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers

Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones

Table lamps

Induction cookers

Replacing the battery (type B or type C)

P. 451

Confirmation of the registered key number

The number of keys already registered to the vehicle can be confirmed. Ask your Toyota dealer for details.

Customization (type B or type C)

Settings (e.g. wireless remote control system) can be changed. (Customizable features: P. 564)

Certification for wireless remote control (type B)

For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. FCC ID: GQ4-52T

FCC ID: GQ4-49R

NOTE:

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC WARNING:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

The FCC ID/IC Certification number is affixed inside the equipment. You can find the ID/number when replacing the battery.

For vehicles sold in Canada NOTE:

This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSSs. Opera-

tion is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

The FCC ID/IC Certification number is affixed inside the equipment. You can find the ID/number when replacing the battery.

NOTE:

Le pràsent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisàe aux deux conditions suivantes:(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage; (2) l’util- isateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioàlectrique subi, màme si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

L’identification FCC/Ie numàro d’accràditation IC est apposà(e) à  l’intàrieur de l’appareil.

Certification for wireless remote control (type C)

P. 145

NOTICE

To prevent key damage

Do not drop the keys, subject them to strong shocks or bend them.

Do not expose the keys to high temperatures for long periods of time.

Do not get the keys wet or wash them in an ultrasonic washer, etc.

Do not attach metallic or magnetic materials to the keys or place the keys close to such materials.

Do not disassemble the keys.

Do not attach a sticker or anything else to the surface of the key.

Do not place the keys near objects that produce magnetic fields, such as TVs, audio systems and induction cookers, or medical electrical equip- ment, such as low-frequency therapy equipment.

Carrying the electronic key on your person (type C)

Carry the electronic key 3.9 in. (10 cm) or more away from electric appli- ances that are turned on. Radio waves emitted from electric appliances within 3.9 in. (10 cm) of the electronic key may interfere with the key, caus- ing the key to not function properly.

In case of a smart key system malfunction or other key-related prob- lems (type C)

Take your vehicle with all the electronic keys provided with your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.

When an electronic key is lost (type C)

If the electronic key remains lost, the risk of vehicle theft increases signifi- cantly. Visit your Toyota dealer immediately with all remaining electronic keys that was provided with your vehicle.