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SKS battery removal?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by fphinney, Oct 7, 2006.

  1. fphinney

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    If you need to get to the battery in your SKS keyfob, there is a great illustrated website @
    http://www.vfaq.net/mods/keyfob.html

    If I had not found this website, I know I would have NEVER figured it out.

    I didn't have the correct sized Phillips screwdriver - so I used a slottled blade screwdriver that just fit inside the screw head. Those screws are seated snugly!

    Good luck,
     
    #1 fphinney, Oct 7, 2006
  2. Charles Suitt

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    <_< Not sure on the 2006, but my 2004 Owner's Manual provides an illustration and instructions. Section 2-1 - Operation of Instruments and Controls - pp.36-37.

    Seems strange that a 2006 would require a battery replacement, my 2004 was actually manufactured in Nov 2003 and the batteries in both fobs are still strong.
     
    #2 Charles Suitt, Oct 7, 2006
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    Charles -

    I chose to remove my SKS battery, because I wanted to use my second SKS as "spare key."
    1. First I removed the metal key. I put that in a magnetic keybox & stashed it on the underside of the car. This gives me a way to get into the car, in case I lose my primary SKS.
    2. Then I removed the battery from the second SKS. I hid this SKS inside the car. If I need to use it, I just plug it into the dash & I'm on my way.
    3. By removing the battery there isn't any 2-way communications with the deadened SKS. That way it can be stored in the car without causing conflicts.
    Does this clear things up?
     
    #3 fphinney, Oct 8, 2006
  4. Charles Suitt

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    :) YEP.... that makes sense. Thanks for your reply.
     
    #4 Charles Suitt, Oct 8, 2006
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