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a Key light flash in dashboard after shut off the car

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by hc167, Oct 13, 2009.

  1. hc167

    hc167 Member

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    I have a question, I hope someone can help
    I drove back home today and when I shut off the car, I hear the alarm sound for about one second and then no alarm. then the key indicator flash in the dashboard. it flash no matter what unless I start the car again. Anyone know why? Thanks for the help
     
    #1 hc167, Oct 13, 2009
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    qbee42 My other car is a boat

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    Why is because your car has an engine immobilizer. It's a warning to potential car thieves to go elsewhere.

    Tom
     
    #2 qbee42, Oct 13, 2009
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    so what do you mean by that? and how do I shut off that flash light?

     
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    qbee42 My other car is a boat

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    You don't shut off the flashing light. It's supposed to flash. Its entire purpose is to flash. It only stops flashing when the car is in operation.

    Tom
     
    #4 qbee42, Oct 13, 2009
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    I think if I remember correctly, it suppose to flash only if the car is shut off and the door is opened. I am wrong on this? I think it suppose not to flash when I lock the car. right??

     
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    qbee42 My other car is a boat

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    Yes you are wrong. It's supposed to flash.

    Tom
     
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    i c, maybe I am too sensitive.
     
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    firepa63 Former Prius Owner

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    It's normal ... stop worrying about it!
     
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    qbee42 My other car is a boat

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    We repeat this thread about once a month when someone first notices the flashing icon. Some people see it right away, some have taken a year. Some read the manual, some post on PC.

    Anyway, it's a common question, and yes, it is normal for it to flash.

    Tom
     
    #9 qbee42, Oct 14, 2009
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