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Nope. But you can't start the Prius without the FOB. The mechanical key is just to unlock the door. JeffD
I'm not Patrick but the "Smart key" system is that the FOB uses a wireless connection to automatically unlock doors as you approach it and lets...
One possibility is that your inverter cooling system is not functioning. Put your Prius in Ready mode (in park) and take a look at the inverter...
These problems are temperature dependent. Do a follow-up report after a month or so on this thread to show us that the fix held up. If it does...
This appears to be an electric supercharger, not a turbocharger. What is the 12v current drain when the air pump is operating? JeffD
Just click the "like" button on his posts. We try to help all Prius owners here when they have problems. The fact that you followed up to tell...
"reconditioning" a HV battery needs to be done very well or you will see repeating failures. My Toyota dealer did install a reconditoned one for...
Bob, Just make the "gas taxes" a percentage of the price instead of a fixed $ amount. This is much simpler than indexing it to a fake inflation...
This is not a simple thing to do. The Plug-in has different software and sensors to handle the larger battery. See the old discussions on using...
There is a qualified, independent Prius repair facility about 60 miles from your location (just north of LA). It is Avi's Advance Automotive at:...
Where do you live (your approximate location should be in your PC profile)? That way we can point you at a reputable independent repair facility...
You are putting your wallet at risk. A digital voltmeter can be purchased for about $30 (Radio Shack, Harbor Freight, ...). Good luck relying on...
CCA is an unimportant spec for a Prius battery. ask: Does it have a vent port? - a safety issue, but low probability that it will be activated...
If step 3 failed (low voltage in ready mode) you either have a severely failed 12v battery that is drawing a lot of current from your inverter, or...
It is possible that the dealer discharged your 12v battery which can reduce its remaining capacity. If you measure the 12v batterv voltage in...
Pat, One could put the spare FOB in a shielded case so that it won't trigger "Smart Entry/Smart Start". I also have a spare mechanical key in my...
Just remember that heat is the enemy of HV battery life. Not using the AC in warm weather will decrease thy life expectancy of the HV battery and...
Check with mellor's automotive (west melbourne, fl) to see what they can do for you. JeffD
More like 200 watts (700 BTU/hr) each as guests are active at my parties. JeffD
I quoted 0.1C (about 650 mA) since that was the limit of my Supermate DC6 rebalancer. That is 10x less than the 6.5A rating (not 60x) and I...
