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2016 rear hatch open sensor faulty?

Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Main Forum' started by HerbMPG, Jul 7, 2021.

  1. HerbMPG

    HerbMPG Junior Member

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    What device, sensor or momentary switch tells my Prius the hatch is open?
    Today I opened the rear hatch which, as always, unlocked the car. However, the car locked itself automatically the same way it does if you unlock but don’t open a door. I checked further and found Prius can be locked with key or sensors even when hatch is open. Also, hatch open light on dash does not light up.
    If I can find the switch or sensor, I can test or replace it.
     
  2. ChapmanF

    ChapmanF Senior Member

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    Don't know about 2016, but in Gen 3 it is part of the hatch latch assembly.
     
  3. vilmaemery

    vilmaemery New Member

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    Thanks! This makes sense.