Washing your car with module near by.

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Solarman44, Nov 24, 2009.

  1. Solarman44

    Solarman44 Junior Member

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    When I washed my new Prius for the first time I was surprised to find the driver’s door locking and unlocking when I ran the water on the door. It just kept locking and unlocking until I remembered the module was in my pocket. So that is something to remember when you wash or get your car washed. :eek:
     
    #1 Solarman44, Nov 24, 2009
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    Yup, happened to me every time I have washed my car so far. Very annoying.
     
    #2 spiderman, Nov 24, 2009
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    The following paragraphs on pages 50 and 51 of the Prius Owners Manual warn about this:

    [FONT=Arial,Arial][FONT=Arial,Arial]The doors may unlock or lock if a large amount of water splashes on the door handle, such as in the rain or in a car wash when the electronic key is within the effective range. (The doors will automatically be locked after approximately 60 seconds if the doors are not opened and closed.)[/FONT][/FONT]

    [FONT=Arial,Arial][FONT=Arial,Arial]If the key is kept near the vehicle while it is being washed, water applied to a door handle may cause the door to lock and unlock repeatedly. In this event, place the key in a location 6 ft. (2 m) or more from the vehicle, taking care not to lose the key.[/FONT][/FONT]

    [FONT=Arial,Arial][FONT=Arial,Arial]If the key is inside the vehicle while it is being washed, water applied to a door handle may cause a buzzer to sound. In this event, locking all doors will cause the buzzer to stop sounding. [/FONT]
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    #3 IraS, Nov 24, 2009
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