Cant reset codes after hybrid battery cell replacement

First time posting here, sorry for hurried post. I need this car running tonight if possible. My other Yota is a Landcruiser and I spend a lot of time on IH8MUD

So I got the triangle of death in my 2010 Prius.
"Check Hybrid System" appears on dash
Auto-zone scan stated bad hybrid battery
I had 4 cells test low with manual probing of each

I ordered 4 replacement cells, all tested 7.8V+
Installed them and mixed up the order, alternating, terminals in correct spots
reinstalled and rewired, no loose ends found

"Check Hybrid System" appears on dash
My garbage OBDII reader fails
disconnected 12V battery several times for several minutes
Disconnected large white wire in fuse box for several minutes

Tool Shows P0A80 & POB4C on an INNOVA 3130 Scan Tool
I have reset each several times and the code repeats
What am I missing?

Thoughts:

1. Do cells need to be "balanced" in charge before install? Most of the cells were around 7.76 volts and the new cells were 7.8V. I waited a week and worry the original cells dropped to low. Can the batter be charged as a whole, or do I need to recharge the cells, ie, probably sell or buy new car/battery
   
2. Is there a simple key or start sequence I need to do in order to get the codes to clear that is preventing the clearing, I am in normal RUN mode, vehicle WILL NOT go int drive or reverse

My Prius NEVER breaks so I am new to it, sorry for cross-post from "General", no responses there
THANK YOU