My keys would open the door but won't start the car

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Help please, Sep 2, 2021.

  1. Help please

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    Keys will open door but won't start the car. Replace battery . Trying to jump car but nothing . Lights still come on but dim
     
    #1 Help please, Sep 2, 2021
  2. dolj

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    Check the condition and tightness of where the earth (negative) strap connects to the body of the car.

    Also, check the terminal connections are clean and tight – you shouldn't be able to twist either of them by hand.
     
    #2 dolj, Sep 2, 2021
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    Then load test the battery, how old is it?
     
    #3 bisco, Sep 2, 2021
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