2010 Prius Dies On Startup

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by MVTWON, Oct 24, 2022.

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  1. MVTWON

    MVTWON New Member

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    I recently got a 2010 Prius. Everything works fine until I realized it dies every few days and needs a jump start. I have installed a new battery and the same problem keeps happening. I will depress the brake pedal and see the green light with the power button and when I go to press it the car does not start and dies.

    any help would be appreciated!
     
    #1 MVTWON, Oct 24, 2022
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    Check the dome lights, the one in the trunk also.
    Since you've replaced the battery, (did you charge it?) it would appear you have
    a drain.
     
    #3 ASRDogman, Oct 30, 2022
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    probably a phantom drain
     
    #4 bisco, Oct 30, 2022
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    Loose connection at the battery posts or negative cable on the chassis from negative battery post.
     
    #5 Grit, Oct 30, 2022
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