I've been spoiled by my SKS!

Jeannie · 05-24-2006, 04:42 PM

I've been spoiled by my SKS - I have NEVER put the fob in the 'ignition' or the key in the door.

The last two afternoons, I jumped into my 6-week-old Prius, put my foot on the brake, shifted the nob into 'Reverse' and wondered why the back-up camera didn't come on. I'd forgotten to push the POWER button!

So my SKS senses that the key is in the vicinity of the Prius - I like that!

But when can I get an upgrade to an SKS that senses and reacts to the fob-holder's intentions?

Brian K · 05-24-2006, 04:50 PM

Have you tried to go into an older "stupid" car and wondered why the door didn't just unlock? Now that's spoiled. Been there, done that.

I like your SKS upgrade, been there, done that too. I'm pretty sure all SKS users have at one time or other.

Trevor · 05-24-2006, 05:31 PM

I have felt really silly the few two times that I did not have the fob on me, but for some reason thought that I did. Both times I managed to be confused for a few momments. I'm way spoiled. My wife thinks it's funny when I walk by it in the driveway at night and the lights come one.

MarieH · 05-25-2006, 03:07 AM

I'm spoiled too...I want my house to open without a key! Then I could just leave the keys in my purse and never misplace them

nevesis · 05-25-2006, 06:17 PM

Yes, been there with all of that myself. I was devistated one day when the SKS stopped working properly. I thought my battery was dying. I even changed the battery in the FOB to no avail. But it always worked when I was tinkering with it.

Then I figured it out - the FOB does not like to be in close proximity with my cell phone! When I stopped putting my phone directly in my pocket (got a new belt clip), it started working as expected once again. Yay! heh.. So, if you have a similar perplexing experience, try the proximity with the cell phone.

Salsawonder · 05-25-2006, 06:23 PM

I think everyone of us wishes we could have SKS in every door we use! Whenever something does not work properly (which is not often) I usually do think it is my fault (which is usually the case). Although I have not had any issues with starting the car, I have had issues with hitting the little black button with my thumb when trying to open the door. The Prius has taught me how to re-train my thumb and everything is wonderful!

ScottY · 05-25-2006, 07:02 PM

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Yes, been there with all of that myself. I was devistated one day when the SKS stopped working properly. I thought my battery was dying. I even changed the battery in the FOB to no avail. But it always worked when I was tinkering with it.

Then I figured it out - the FOB does not like to be in close proximity with my cell phone! When I stopped putting my phone directly in my pocket (got a new belt clip), it started working as expected once again. Yay! heh.. So, if you have a similar perplexing experience, try the proximity with the cell phone.
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In the manual, it says that cellphones and other devices that transmit RF signals will interfere with SKS operation.

aaf709 · 05-25-2006, 07:08 PM

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My wife thinks it's funny when I walk by it in the driveway at night and the lights come one.
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The first time I drove the Prius in the dark, it really surprised me. I didn't expect it to happen. I like it and it is funny how it lights up when I walk by.

parrot_lady · 05-25-2006, 09:40 PM

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Have you tried to go into an older "stupid" car and wondered why the door didn't just unlock? Now that's spoiled. Been there, done that.

I like your SKS upgrade, been there, done that too. I'm pretty sure all SKS users have at one time or other.
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Three weeks of hell while waiting for my prius to be fixed, you mean I actually have to UNLOCK THE DOORS! It won't recognize me?! *curses*

busyrosy · 05-26-2006, 06:21 AM

I want to get SKS for my home, my desk at work, and for pretty much everything I need keys for. That way, I truly "NEVER have to fumble through" my purse, which is what the dealer promised me when I was purchasing my prius.

05-24-2006, 04:42 PM	#1
Jeannie Proud Prius Granny Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Central New Jersey Posts: 1,382 My Car: 2006 Prius Package: #5 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 1	I've been spoiled by my SKS - I have NEVER put the fob in the 'ignition' or the key in the door. The last two afternoons, I jumped into my 6-week-old Prius, put my foot on the brake, shifted the nob into 'Reverse' and wondered why the back-up camera didn't come on. I'd forgotten to push the POWER button! So my SKS senses that the key is in the vicinity of the Prius - I like that! But when can I get an upgrade to an SKS that senses and reacts to the fob-holder's intentions? __________________ Jeannie (2006 Super White, package 5, added leather seats) Folding at Home

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05-24-2006, 04:50 PM	#2
Brian K Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 152 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Have you tried to go into an older "stupid" car and wondered why the door didn't just unlock? Now that's spoiled. Been there, done that. I like your SKS upgrade, been there, done that too. I'm pretty sure all SKS users have at one time or other.

05-24-2006, 05:31 PM	#3
Trevor Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Staten Island, NY Posts: 316 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 1	I have felt really silly the few two times that I did not have the fob on me, but for some reason thought that I did. Both times I managed to be confused for a few momments. I'm way spoiled. My wife thinks it's funny when I walk by it in the driveway at night and the lights come one.

05-25-2006, 03:07 AM	#4
MarieH Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 47 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	I'm spoiled too...I want my house to open without a key! Then I could just leave the keys in my purse and never misplace them

05-25-2006, 06:17 PM	#5
nevesis Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 14 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Yes, been there with all of that myself. I was devistated one day when the SKS stopped working properly. I thought my battery was dying. I even changed the battery in the FOB to no avail. But it always worked when I was tinkering with it. Then I figured it out - the FOB does not like to be in close proximity with my cell phone! When I stopped putting my phone directly in my pocket (got a new belt clip), it started working as expected once again. Yay! heh.. So, if you have a similar perplexing experience, try the proximity with the cell phone.

05-25-2006, 06:23 PM	#6
Salsawonder Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: La Mesa California Posts: 1,296 My Car: 2005 Prius Package: #5 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	I think everyone of us wishes we could have SKS in every door we use! Whenever something does not work properly (which is not often) I usually do think it is my fault (which is usually the case). Although I have not had any issues with starting the car, I have had issues with hitting the little black button with my thumb when trying to open the door. The Prius has taught me how to re-train my thumb and everything is wonderful!

05-26-2006, 06:21 AM	#10
busyrosy Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 113 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	I want to get SKS for my home, my desk at work, and for pretty much everything I need keys for. That way, I truly "NEVER have to fumble through" my purse, which is what the dealer promised me when I was purchasing my prius.