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Weak Homelink Signal

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by rew9, Nov 1, 2010.

  1. rew9

    rew9 Junior Member

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    I have to almost into the Garage Door to get it to open or close when backing out is anyone experiencing this same problem, if so what was the remedy thanks rayw
     
  2. Tickwood

    Tickwood Active Member

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    Mine works from more than a block away, just have to hold down the button a little longer.
     
  3. stream

    stream Senior Member

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    No issues for me, but I had a similar issue with a previous car/home. To fix it, I made a U shape with a 18" piece of very thick wire (stripped of the insulation) and attached it to the garage door opener's antenna. Went from needing to be in driveway, to half a block range.
     
  4. Hal W

    Hal W New Member

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    I'm also good for a few hundred feet. H