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What's the Green Steering Wheel to the Right of the Cruise Control on a 2017 Prius Two?

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  1. Khantroll

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    This is probably a very dumb question, but I've googled and I can't seem to find the answer. I have an idiot light that comes on every so often for a second or two that is a green steering wheel icon to the right of the cruise control icon. It's been weeks since it came on it, and it has never been on for more then 5 seconds.

    Anyone know what it is for/what it indicates is wrong?
     
    #1 Khantroll, May 2, 2022
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    Its a reminder to keep your hands on the steering wheel. Comes on when it detects no steering input after a set amount of time.
     
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    Does your model have Lane Keep Assist? If so, a green steering wheel light come on on the dash whenever the system is providing steering input to keep you from drifting out of your lane.
     
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    When the Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist is actively nudging the steering wheel, the green light will come on.
     
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    Thanks guys. Mine may or may be a little touchy. I use it a lot with a comma kit.

    I appreciate the help!
     
    #5 Khantroll, May 5, 2022
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    Now I'm curious, what's a comma kit?
     
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    It's amazing. I drive 3 hours a day for work on the interstate, and the reduction in fatigue is incredible.
     
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