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Discussion in 'Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015' started by Rezar1, Aug 27, 2015.

  1. Rezar1

    Rezar1 Junior Member

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    I got to work this morning and had about 3.5 miles left with the EV. Tried to go home and nothing works. I could not open the door. I thought it was my remote battery so I Changed the battery and still nothing works. I get the Orange caution light on the dash and a clicking sound from the engine area . No lights come on. Nothing. Any ideas?
     
    #1 Rezar1, Aug 27, 2015
  2. JimboPalmer

    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    My first guess is that you have left a light on and run down the 12 volt battery.

    Be very careful when jump starting, as reversing the cables costs $4000
     
    #2 JimboPalmer, Aug 27, 2015
  3. mrbigh

    mrbigh Prius Absolutum Dominium

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    get a boost start from an auxiliary battery or another car; as mentioned early, be very carefull with the connections polarity
     
    #3 mrbigh, Aug 28, 2015
  4. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    or buy a jumper pack, they always come in handy. are you still at work?
     
    #4 bisco, Aug 29, 2015
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    Sergiospl Senior Member

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    #5 Sergiospl, Aug 29, 2015
  6. bisco

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    you need jumper cables?(n)
     
    #6 bisco, Aug 29, 2015
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