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adrianbauer1

RAV4 Keyless Entry Fails

Having a weird issue with my 2013 Toyota RAV4 (gasoline engine). It's got around 63881 km on it. I'm getting some kind of error stored, and now the keyless entry is completely buggered – can't lock or unlock the doors remotely. To top it off, I can't even start the engine without physically sticking the key in the ignition. Could this be related to the bumper antenna? Anyone else run into this?

Summary of the thread

A 2013 Toyota RAV4 owner experienced issues with the keyless entry system, preventing remote locking/unlocking and requiring the key to start the engine. The problem was suspected to be related to the bumper antenna. Another individual suggested inspecting the cable and plug connections, as a defective or corroded connector could cause such issues. The owner later confirmed that a defective connector was replaced, resolving the problem.

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konstantinbecker1

I had similar symptoms on my RAV4. I would advise inspecting the cable and plug connections related to the antenna. A defective connection could certainly cause those issues.

adrianbauer1 (community.author)

Thanks for the quick reply! By 'cable and plug connections,' are we talking about something I can easily get to and check myself, or is it more involved than that? Any specific spots I should be looking at first?

konstantinbecker1

In my case, it turned out to be a corroded connector. While you might be able to visually inspect it, I would recommend having a workshop take a look. The error memory should be read out in any case. My repair cost was around 95€.

adrianbauer1 (community.author)

I appreciate the advice. I'll take it to a shop to get it checked out, but at least I have an idea of what to tell them to look for. I am grateful. It was indeed a defective connector, which was replaced. All good now!

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