[ravin02]

Can anyone tell me where the Keyless Receiver module is located in the Rav4?

I can't tell if my Rav4 has one.

Also, if I need to purchase the module, where is a good place to purchase one at a reasonable price? ebay is hit or miss.

 

[JuneBug]

Can anyone tell me where the Keyless Receiver module is located in the Rav4?

I can't tell if my Rav4 has one.

Also, if I need to purchase the module, where is a good place to purchase one at a reasonable price? ebay is hit or miss.

You could try this procedure. If step 10 doesn't do anything, then you probably don't have the keyless feature:


2002 RAV4 Keyless Programming

1. Driver door open and unlocked. Key out of the ignition
2. Insert the key and remove 2 times in 5 sec.
3. Close and open driver door 2 times in 40 sec.
4. Insert the key and remove it again from ignition.
5. Close and open driver door 2 times in 40 sec.
6. Insert the key in ignition,
7. Close the door,
8. Turn to on and back to lock in 1 second intervals. 1 time for add, 2 times for rewrite, 3 for confirmation 5 for prohibition. (yes, there is no “4”)
9. Remove the key
10. Power lock will cycle to confirm
11. For add or rewrite mode within 40 sec of the confirmation,
A. press “lock” and “unlock” buttons of the FOB at the same time between 1 and 1.5 seconds.
B. within 3 sec press “Lock” button for more than 1 sec and release.
C. If it’s correct, the power door lock will cycle once. If it’s wrong the door lock will cycle twice.

 

[ravin02]

Unfortunately I tried the programming sequence prior to posting without success and wanted to visually verify that the unit is not in place, or that the frequency of the keyless remote is not compatible.

 

[JuneBug]

Unfortunately I tried the programming sequence prior to posting without success and wanted to visually verify that the unit is not in place, or that the frequency of the keyless remote is not compatible.

The 2006-2008 has the door lock receiver located on the passenger side rear, between the jack storage area and taillight. I don't know if it would be in the same place on the 2002.

You can always add an aftermarket unit. This one is made by Valiant and is only $30:

http://www.jcwhitney.com/MODEL_6RT_..._REMOTE_KEYLESS_ENTRY_SYSTEM?ID=12;0;0;0;100001;ProductName;0;0;0;N;2001393;0;0

 

[landonwoods]

The location of the keyless entry ECU is behind the driver side panel in the cargo area.

The ECU is located next to the fuel door opening latch. If you have keyless entry there will be a box with wires (3 if I'm not mistaken) and a plug. If you don't have it, then there will just be a plug and wires.

As far as purchase, the Receiver can be purchased for $453.69; and the transmitter (remote) for $104.76.
Both of those are at www.toyotapartscenter.com.
You will probably be able to find them for cheaper aftermarket or used, but I use this website because it comes from a dealership at discounted, thus OEM


Hope this helps!
Good luck!

 

[ravin02]

While looking for a used Keyless Receiver Module online, I came across a good source for Rav4 part numbers with matching diagrams.

http://www.toyodiy.com/parts/p_U_2001_TOYOTA_RAV4_ACA26L-AWPNKA_8420.html

The receiver is indeed located on the driver's side rear cargo area. Having the part number should help me locate a used module.