Key Not Working Properly

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Terry TampaBay, Aug 13, 2014.

  1. Terry TampaBay

    Terry TampaBay New Member

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    The battery in my key for my 2006 Prius died. I replaced it. Now the automatic key detection thing doesn't work (when I approach the car I can unlock the door unless I dig my key out and press the button). Also, I used to be able to just keep the key in my pocket and the car would power up - now I have to place the key in the key slot in the dash to power up. Like I say though, the door lock and unlock buttons on the key work just fine (they didn't when the battery was dead). What's up with all that? Thanks!
     
    #1 Terry TampaBay, Aug 13, 2014
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    There's a button under your steering wheel, by your knees. Press the sks button to turn it on
     
    #2 JC91006, Aug 13, 2014
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    maybe you need a new 12 volt battery.
     
    #3 bisco, Aug 13, 2014
  4. Terry TampaBay

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    I hope not. I'll check voltage, but I replaced it just one or two years ago.
     
    #4 Terry TampaBay, Aug 13, 2014
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    Sounds like the new battery is bad.
     
    #5 RobH, Aug 13, 2014
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