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FOB Problem

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by mel1948, Aug 22, 2012.

  1. mel1948

    mel1948 New Member

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    I have a 2007 Prius IV and recently experienced the following:
    a. I can't open door by just pulling handle nor lock all doors by depressing door button. I must use the UNLOCK/LOCK feature on the FOB
    b. I can't start the car remotely while sitting in driver's seat. FOB must be inserted in slot to start car.
    c. I have strong mini-RED light indication on my FOB which should indicate proper battery power.

    Any suggestions would be really appreciated!

    Thanks.
     
    #1 mel1948, Aug 22, 2012
  2. tdelker

    tdelker Junior Member

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    Have you checked the button under the steering wheel on the dash? It disables the smart key function. Most likely the issue. The Subaru guys call a similar switch the 'Virgin switch'
     
    #2 tdelker, Aug 22, 2012
  3. mel1948

    mel1948 New Member

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    Worked like a charm! I've never touched this button before. I had my oil change yesterday and perhaps the techs inadvertently hit the switch.

    Thanks much for your assist!
     
    #3 mel1948, Aug 22, 2012
  4. tdelker

    tdelker Junior Member

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    Glad that worked. After you have had that button pushed, you're no longer a prius virgin :)
     
    #4 tdelker, Aug 27, 2012
  5. JimN

    JimN Let the games begin!

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    It's easy to push the wrong button when trying to reset the TPMS. If your TP was changed you probably need to reset the sensors.
     
    #5 JimN, Aug 27, 2012
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