Keyless remote entry doesn't work

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Hmidnight58, Feb 20, 2015.

  1. Hmidnight58

    Hmidnight58 Junior Member

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    I have a 2005 Pruis and the remote entry does not work. Changed the battery in the remote and I still have to put the remote key in slot to start the car. Been working fine for ten years. Thoughts. Thanks
     
    #1 Hmidnight58, Feb 20, 2015
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    nh7o Off grid since 1980

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    Does the red light on the fob blink when you push the buttons? You might have a stuck button. The rubber caps get brittle and don't release sometimes.
     
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  3. bisco

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    how old is your 12 volt?
     
    #3 bisco, Feb 21, 2015
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    Check that your key button under the steering wheel is off (out). So that keyless system is on. If it’s, try putting it in and then back out.
     
    #4 valde3, Feb 22, 2015
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    Do you have another remote ?
    It is possible that your new battery is bad......or that it is not making good contact.
     
    #5 Easy Rider 2, Feb 23, 2015
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    are you stepping on the brake hard enough?
     
    #6 bisco, Feb 23, 2015
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