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HELP Key Fob and Headlights don't work without key

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by RedHeadedStepside, Mar 12, 2023.

  1. Mar 12, 2023 at 11:06 PM
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    RedHeadedStepside

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    2019 TRD OR MT. So I did some simple maintenance on my rear view mirror, which included unplugging the auto dimmer connection. After putting it back together, im having electrical issues now. Basically, I can't lock my doors or do anything that I could normally do with the key out. For example, normally I can turn the hazards or headlights on without a key in the ignition, but now it's totally dead without a key turned to the 2nd or 3rd positions. It functions normally with a key in. No battery issues. Any thoughts? I had to go manually lock all of the doors by hand. I checked all of the fuses and can't find any blown ones. So random.....

    Edit: I found a thread on this topic.
     
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  2. Mar 13, 2023 at 12:00 AM
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    Have you tried disconnecting the battery for 15 minutes, reconnecting, and try again?
     
  3. Mar 13, 2023 at 12:08 AM
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    BCM is most likely damaged. You will have to get it replaced and reprogrammed by the dealer.
     
  4. Mar 13, 2023 at 12:16 AM
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    Ended up being a 10A fuse under the hood (ECU-B No.3). For some reason my multimeter said it was good when, upon removal, it clearly was blown. All good now. Thanks.
     
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  5. Mar 13, 2023 at 12:18 AM
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    That's good. At least you don't have to go through the dealer for BCM service order.
     
  6. Mar 13, 2023 at 4:29 AM
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    Glad you found it, and had no damage. A good reminder to disconnect battery before working on electrical.
     
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