Alarming when starting

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Bill5818, Dec 19, 2025 at 4:49 PM.

  1. Bill5818

    Bill5818 New Member

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    I have a 2012 Prius, with key fobs and push button start. Recently my horn has been sounding 3 time every time I start it. It starts immediately and the moment I press the start button, it there are three rapid beeps. This behavior is the same if I have the fob actually touching the button also. I can use either fob and the results are the same. I have changed my fob batteries twice, with different brands of batteries, and still no change. I'm up for any suggestions you might have.
     
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    no idea, but it wouldn't hurt to get a free 12v load test at many auto parts stores. for that matter, try disconnecting the 12v neg for a minute to reset everything