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How do I reset a Toyota Fortuner alarm?

My buddy in India asked me if I knew how to reset a car alarm after a car battery dies. I do on my car, but I’m not sure the same method applies to his make and model. What’s the process to reset a Toyota Fortuner alarm?

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Matthew Macgugan · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Your buddy is lucky to have a friend as helpful as you! No matter where you live, most
Toyotas
have a basic process for resetting the factory alarm systems.
To reset a Toyota Fortuner alarm, here’s what your friend should do:
  • Insert the key in the ignition and turn it quickly between the ACC and OFF position five times.
  • Turn the key to the START position and crank the engine. This will disable the alarm and allow it to reset.
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