Programming a new chip key

Hey folks,
When I bought my truck it came with just one key; I have a dealer-cut new chip key, and hoping I can program it myself, rather than the time hassle and expense of having to make an appointment for the dealer do it…does anyone know what the procedure is for the Tundra? I have an ‘06 DC SR5
There are lots of how-to videos on youtube for programming a new key for a Sequoia of the same vintage, but I have had no success with the 2 different methods I’ve come across.
Any advice or ideas appreciated.

 

Are you talking about programming a remote? I don't think you need to program a key.

 

No, I’m talking about programming a new chip key - I don’t know when they started using them, but my ‘06 has a chip - without it the engine will crank but not fire. It is part of the anti-theft system

 

Have you looked at this yet?

 

From what I remember from when I had an extra key cut at the dealer, it took about 5-10 mins. I gave them my reregistration so they can verify I was the owner. Worked like a charm and I didnt need an appointment.

 

Hmm, no, its not the fob programming I’m needing.
I recognize that I’m in the minority, with my chip-keyed/anti-theft system, that most truck do not have chip keys…just hoping to hear from someone that has gone through this

 

I believe you'd probably need to use Techstream to manage this. You would need some way to basically tell the ECU the identity of the chipped key you purchased is allowed to start the truck. I'm not adept enough in that department to help.

 

Copy that. It does seem that some of the last year or two first gen Tundra got a system that was unique from most other Toyota models of that time frame, that had/have a very analog/DIY way of prompting the vehicle to program a new key to its requirements. Having to digitally communicate with the system is common now, but the Tundra seems to have been one of the first [probably handed down from the Landcruiser of that era. The LC tended to get the highest tech first]. Even the Sequoia had a an old-school/easy way to program a new key.
Dealer wants $155 +tax for their 5 minutes of computer time. :/

 

Yes on the chip keys for later models, but only Sequoia and some Double Cab, but it seems not not all Double Cab. I don't know how to tell the diff between the two easily.

 

There are copies of Techstream floating around, but who knows what they may be loaded with (malware etc) so you'd want to run virtualized. This video sorta gets into how to use it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gc_yd4TpNs​

 

I had to deal with this nonsense years ago with my wife's '03 Sienna. If you want to do it on the cheap, take the chipped key to the hardware store and get a couple of non-chipped duplicates cut from it. Then take the chipped key and and duct tape it behind the dash as close as you can to the ignition switch. Now your non-chipped keys will work.