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Fob unlocks doors but “key not detected” to start engine

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion' started by jarrad reddick, Sep 5, 2024 at 2:04 PM.

  1. jarrad reddick

    jarrad reddick Junior Member

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    I started the car (2006) with jump box (12v had been having issues), disconnected box, it was running for maybe 5 minutes, I noticed a bit of white smoke coming from under hood driver side, I jumped in to turn the car off and noticed the car had turned itself off. Since that happened, I’ve gotten the Key Not Detected flashing light upon trying to start; even though the fob still works to lock and unlock the doors. Chicken dance obviously does nothing bc the car does not recognize the fob as the original fob. Battery fairly new in fob (but I will replace again). I’ve tried with the SKS button depressed and non-depressed. Looking for any feedback possible. Thanks
     
  2. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    you probably need a new 12 volt, but the smoke under the hood isn't good. any trouble lights on the dash?