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Prius won’t start

Discussion in 'Prius c Main Forum' started by AZ Girl, May 9, 2023.

  1. AZ Girl

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    I replaced my Prius c 12v battery and now my car won’t start in the morning unless I lock and unload my back doors. Help …
     
    #1 AZ Girl, May 9, 2023
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    Recheck the battery connections.

    Remember, when you put the terminal clamp over the battery post, tap it downward gently with the back of a screwdriver or something. THEN tighten the clamp.

    Otherwise you get an iffy connection.
     
    #2 Leadfoot J. McCoalroller, May 10, 2023
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    any lights at all on the dash?
     
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    Including the OTHER ends of the main cables.

    Slamming a door might accomplish the same thing.......IF the frame connection of the negative cable is loose.
     
    #4 sam spade 2, May 11, 2023
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    I had them check my battery when I replaced my spark plugs and then a few days after it happened again. No power so I open the back right passenger door and the power comes on. No lights on the dash or anything until I open the door. My check hybrid system came on again as well. No other issues going on with the car. I just don’t want to have to pay almost $200 bucks just to get it checked by the dealer
     
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    sounds like a lose connexion
     
    #6 bisco, Jun 4, 2023
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    Well pretty much nobody WANTS to do that.......but what are your alternatives ?
    Do you have a voltmeter.......and know how to use one ??

    So far, it doesn't appear that you are hearing the suggestions being made.
     
    #7 sam spade 2, Jun 5, 2023
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