No 2-way radios?

JoeyJoeJoShabadoo Jr · 09-29-2007, 10:01 AM

In my '08 manual it says not to use 2-way radios in the vehicle as it could interfere with radio frequencies of the car. I take long drives on interstates and have always used a CB radio to communicate with truckers for bear sightings. Has anyone installed a cb radio and has it affected the car? I'd really like to know if i can install mine. I also figure that if i did install it and it did mess something up, shouldnt that still be covered in my warranty. How would toyota know if i had a cb in the car or if i just passed a truck with a massive transmitter/reciver?

vuapplepudding · 09-29-2007, 10:20 AM

I've used a "portable" 5 watt CB in my 2006 Prius. That means that the antenna was inside the cabin of the PRIUS. No problems that I know of.

Also used the GRMS/FRS portable radios. No problems to report.

firepa63 · 09-29-2007, 10:31 AM

There are several posts on POL where HAM operators installed radios in the Prius with no interference problems.

qbee42 · 09-29-2007, 02:39 PM

It's just a CYA statement in case you use a radio and it causes problems.

Tom

subarutoo · 10-02-2007, 03:59 PM

I've seen several city agency Prius with large whip antennae attached, so somebody must be making them work. I've seen them on Honda Civic Hybrid official city service cars, too.

tochatihu · 10-03-2007, 10:15 PM

Prius emits a lot of RF noise, especially below "CB" frequencies. If you transmit with 100 watts or less, there is little chance of irritating the car.

09-29-2007, 10:01 AM	#1
JoeyJoeJoShabadoo Jr Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 41 My Car: 2008 Prius Package: #6 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	In my '08 manual it says not to use 2-way radios in the vehicle as it could interfere with radio frequencies of the car. I take long drives on interstates and have always used a CB radio to communicate with truckers for bear sightings. Has anyone installed a cb radio and has it affected the car? I'd really like to know if i can install mine. I also figure that if i did install it and it did mess something up, shouldnt that still be covered in my warranty. How would toyota know if i had a cb in the car or if i just passed a truck with a massive transmitter/reciver? __________________ 2008 Barcelona Red Package #6 Modifications Engine Block Heater Grill Blocking with Armacell Insulation Scangauge II Side Moldings White LED Interior Lighting OEM All-Weather Mats Chrome License Plate Frames Fumoto Drain Valve Trimless Rims

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09-29-2007, 10:20 AM	#2
vuapplepudding Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Nebraska Posts: 68 My Car: 2006 Prius Package: #4 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	I've used a "portable" 5 watt CB in my 2006 Prius. That means that the antenna was inside the cabin of the PRIUS. No problems that I know of. Also used the GRMS/FRS portable radios. No problems to report.

09-29-2007, 10:31 AM	#3
firepa63 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: SE Pennsylvania Posts: 387 My Car: 2009 Prius Package: #5 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	There are several posts on POL where HAM operators installed radios in the Prius with no interference problems.

09-29-2007, 02:39 PM	#4
qbee42 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Northern Michigan Posts: 5,642 My Car: 2006 Prius Package: #7 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 6	It's just a CYA statement in case you use a radio and it causes problems. Tom

10-02-2007, 03:59 PM	#5
subarutoo Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Chatsworth, CA Posts: 1,063 My Car: 2006 Prius Package: #6 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	I've seen several city agency Prius with large whip antennae attached, so somebody must be making them work. I've seen them on Honda Civic Hybrid official city service cars, too.

10-03-2007, 10:15 PM	#6
tochatihu Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Kunming Yunnan China Posts: 1,818 My Car: 2001 Prius Package: Pioneer #1 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 7	Prius emits a lot of RF noise, especially below "CB" frequencies. If you transmit with 100 watts or less, there is little chance of irritating the car.