Reprogramming ignition key

PILGREENPETE

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2004 TOYOTA YARIS
1.4L
TURBO
2WD
MANUAL
85,000 MILES

I have followed steps described in post 2002 Yaris ignition key reprogramming steps successfully until the doors lock and unlock, but does not seem to except my new-ish key fob (second hand key fob and changed the insides with new electronics and battery I got off eBay) switches little sticky.
I bought two new toy43 key fobs with blank blades but locksmith could not cut blades to fit until he cut a silica key that worked first time. So I have taped it to the fobl i.
Can you advise why it will not finish the procedure and code the new fob?

Thursday, September 27th, 2018 AT 8:55 PM

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KEN L

MASTER CERTIFIED MECHANIC
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If one button is stuck down the fob will not program. What is the procedure you used to reprogram the fob? Please let me know, Ken

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Saturday, September 29th, 2018 AT 12:06 PM

PILGREENPETE

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Hi thanks for responding Ken.

Procedure I follow is approximately driver door open key out of ignition-put key in out two times close n open door two times key in out 1 time door close open 2-times put key in close door turn key all way but no start out & usually doors locks cycle once! Then press both buttons on key followed by lock only, as per instructions but no response from key! I get to this stage and car is in pairing mode but won't accept the used key fob that I believed was okay for the job is useless. I think I need to find a blank to write the cars computer to send it's code to. I think!
I cannot find a new blank 2004 Toyota Yaris key fob. I cannot afford to pay a dealership hundreds to provide a spare and in fear I will lose my only key and need a new ignition!
Regards,
Pilgreenpete

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Sunday, September 30th, 2018 AT 8:59 PM

KEN L

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Yes, that is the way you program the key so it looks like you have that correct. I would say the fob is no good or not being recognized for some reason. You may have to visit the dealer unfortunately. Please let us know what happens. :)

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Monday, October 1st, 2018 AT 9:46 AM