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HELP 2008 toyota prius. key problem

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion' started by micketlot, Oct 27, 2008.

  1. micketlot

    micketlot New Member

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    hey guys i have a 2008 toyota prius that i bought. but the car sat for a while and the batterydied i belive. and now the key remote wont restart with the car. idk the car was at the body shop for awhile. so is their anyway to reprogram the smartkey to the car or what. please please help
     
    #1 micketlot, Oct 27, 2008
  2. jelloslug

    jelloslug It buffed right out!

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    It was most likely the 12v battery that died. Charge it first and then see if it works. Having the battery die will not make the smart key module loose it's keys that are programmed.
     
    #2 jelloslug, Oct 28, 2008
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