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Prius 2005. Won't start. No DTC code

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by try4141, Jan 26, 2011.

  1. try4141

    try4141 Junior Member

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    Hi all,
    My Prius 2005 with 105K won't start. When I hit the START/STOP button while pressing the Brake pedal very hard, the READY lighthe blinks a few times then disapears. I used a Acton OBD II to find the codes, but NO DTC was logged. What could be the problem? I am thinking about towing it to the dealer next week.
    Thanks
     
    #1 try4141, Jan 26, 2011
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    seilerts Battery Curmudgeon

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    Check your 12V battery, making sure it is fully charged and has a good ground connection.
     
    #2 seilerts, Jan 26, 2011
  3. try4141

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    Took the car to dealer and found out that the Inverter/Converter was bad. Bought an used one from a local junkyard for $400.00 . Works like a champ now. Thanks
     
    #3 try4141, Feb 2, 2011
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    How did the dealer figure out that the inverter was bad? Good job on the DIY salvage replacement!
     
    #4 seilerts, Feb 3, 2011
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    I had an intermitted start and reset no codes no start but 15 min later the car starts?
     
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    the dealer code reader is able to read the inverter code, wheras, his acton scanner is useless on a prius
     
    #6 bisco, Jun 2, 2023
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