Two. Usually, when the car refuses to lock it is due to one or more of the following reasons: 1. A Smart fob is left in the car. 2. A door or the hatch is open. 3. The Prius was left in some operating mode besides IG-OFF. #2 Patrick Wong, Mar 14, 2010.I went sraight to AutoZone to get the code reader which indicated to: 1) Replace hybrid battery pack and the 2) coolant temp temp sensor, 3) cylinder 1 misfire detected (* I went ahead and ONLY changed the sensor and the sparkplugs ). The car continued to overheat, plus was experiencing poor engine power (the temperature in …Prius won't become "Ready" Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Erin E, Apr 16, 2016. Tags: help; power; prius 2011; problems; ready; ... I have the same issue with my Prius V 2012, when try to start it, the ready light blinks twice and disappears. I have check the HV Battery 12v Battery and the inverter ...To check if it's the battery, insert your key, press power without your foot on the brake. When the display comes on, hold down the display button and turn your lights on and off 3 times. A diagnostic screen pops up. Press Menu, then Display, then System Signal (or the one closest sounding).Ok update on my Prius. So I went and disconnected the 12v and reconnected it. It worked for 2 days just fine and it wasn't until today that it decided to go off again. Same scenario and everything. It wont show any codes on my code reader but my code reader does get rid of the triangle but thats it. Im still stumpedDec 18, 2013 · My nephew and father put new shocks and strut on my father's 2004 Prius and now it won't start. They had to disconnect the main battery for the rear shocks and since hooking it back up it won't start. It did run after the struts were put on the front but after the shocks nothing.Jun 20, 2006 · I got a 2004 prius with smart key.Parked at the Toronto airport for 1 week and when I tried to open the door or to start there was no response.I had to call Toyota road side assistance and they sent some towing vehicle to help with jump start.($60).It happened last year too when I parked the car in my underground parking for 3 weeks.Any ...> Gen 2 (2004-2009) Toyota Prius Forums > Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting > Attachments are working again! Check out this thread for more details and to report any other bugs. Won't Start - No lights, No response, No noise. Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by jlspartz, …Get ratings and reviews for the top 12 gutter guard companies in Stookey, IL. Helping you find the best gutter guard companies for the job. Expert Advice On Improving Your Home All...This video will go over how I figure out why my Prius wouldn’t go into drive or park, and also why it wouldn’t start. There is other things that can cause th...This probably means the 12 volt battery has gone dead. Pop the hood. In the fuse box along the left side of the inner fender remove the cover. Inside that fuse box there is another lid with a red cap on it. Lift that cap up this is where a positive battery terminal would go to to jump start.Model: N/A. Put a 3/4inch (same as 19mm) boxed end wrench on the engine crankshaft pulley bolt and try to turn over the engine manually. If it wont turn over it could be that the transmission fluid has never been changed and the planetary gear inside his transmission is locked up.Try pulling over and turning the car off for a few minutes to reset it. If the hybrid check light comes on while you’re driving, pull over somewhere safe. Turn off your car and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. Then, try starting it back up again to reset it.2007 Prius, with about 255K Miles. Doesn't quickly accelerate without a "rattling" sound when I floor the pedal. Loses power uphill, and barely maintains beyond 60MPH. Same "rattling" sound when I put on Cruise Control. Mentioned it to Dealership mechanic, who suggested Water Pump and Drive Belt, pre-diagnostic.It is a 2011 Prius level 2... never had a problem before now. The brake pedal won't fully depress, and when I push the start button, I get a big fat nothing and a check engine light. When I got out of the car, I also heard a quiet "clicking" sound coming from the hood. I am unable to lock the car - when I push lock, I get the long beep as if my ...Twice now, I have gone to start my 2005 Prius (which has about 53,000 miles on it now) via my normal routine (i.e., foot on the brake while pushing the Start button). All the normal 'start-up' dash lights come on -- plus the big orange triangle light with the "!" -- but the engine doesn't actually turn on. Some of the lights blink.Two. This came out of the blue earlier today. No signs of anything wrong leading up to this. Walking up to the car, I unlock it fine, but when I try to start it nothing happens. Then it starts this weird noise that won't stop. It's coming from the driver side. It's loud inside the car but not deafening. Outside the car you can barely notice it.Step 1: Engage the brake pedal and Start button. Step on the brake and press the Start button. Step 2: Put the car in park. If you’re unable to put your car into gear, keep your foot on the brake and press the P button on the dashboard, which puts the car in park. Step 3: Engage the Start button again.Model: II. Hello all, My 2005 Prius won't go into READY mode. This has been happening for many times now almost a month. Up untill today if I let it sit there for a while (sometimes a couple of hours) it would work eventually, however, starting today it just does not want to go into READY mode. One thing that I have noticed is that when I press ...My 2010 Prius won't start, and I think that the 12V battery is low (looks like about 5V on my multimeter). It's in the garage now, and the unit right next to the fuse box is making one of the standard Prius noises (kind of a low whir/grind noise). I'm used to hearing that noise for a few seconds in normal operation, but now it's making it ...Mar 10, 2013 · 2013 Prius. Model: Three. For the past month or so, occasionally when I try to start my Prius, it won't start. Instead the dash lights up with all kinds of warning bells, like the battery signal, engine trouble, etc. Usually I can resolve this by turning the car off, and then on again. (It has a push-button start.)Model: II. I have a 2009 Prius, driving fine at this time. Yesterday the multifunction display just died. There is nothing visible on the screen and also no reaction or sound when I click the buttons around the display such as climate. Luckily, the A/C still works and the steering wheel controls seem to work as well, so I can still use the car ...Thanks to Consumer Reviews and DIYs channel for this easy fix: https://youtube.com/channel/UCaAoZ9kozko5sO2nin4j_eAInsert the key into ignition and leave it in ignition. C. Close the drivers door. D. Turn the ignition to ON (Do NOT Start) then back to OFF. E. Remove the key from the ignition.5. Within 3 seconds, the power door locks should lock then unlock automatically indicating successful entry into programming mode.Prius won't become "Ready" Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Erin E, Apr 16, 2016. Tags: help; power; prius 2011; problems; ready; ... I have the same issue with my Prius V 2012, when try to start it, the ready light blinks twice and disappears. I have check the HV Battery 12v Battery and the inverter ...Make sure that you do not hokum up backwards. Once you have 12 V from a good battery source or another vehicle with jumper cables attached to the system see if the key will come out or if the vehicle ready on. Let me know what happens. Skyvisions. Category: Toyota. Satisfied Customers: 15,501.The Prius is very particular about starter batteries, so double check that it is a compatible battery. In my case, I drained the battery by accidentally leaving the headlights on all night. Apparently, the lights stay on when you park, until you exit the drivers side door.My wife unplugged the charging cable, closed - partially - the charging port door, moved the car, then told me the door would not close. Update: At u/jfb-pihole's suggestion, I went to section 2.2 of my owner's manual and followed the instruction to emergency open the charging port door. That involved going through the hatchback, opening a small panel, inserting a tire iron, and pushing upward ...Feb 15, 2008 · Solution: I removed the plastic cover and plastic covering piece that protect the latching mechanism. I then used a 10mm socket wrench to remove the 3 bolts holding the latch to the frame. Turning it over it was obvious that there was a 1/8th inch diameter piece of gravel preventing the mechanism from latching.Vehicle: 2007 Prius. Model: Two. I need help with my 2007 prius. It is a very cold day (5 F) and it won't start. I pushed the button as usual- first time the keys were still in the house and it did give the indication. Then the panel lit up normally but wouldn't go into reverse. Then I tried shutting down, had to hit the button a few times, and ...Guys, I need help! With the cold weather approaching, I decided it is time for a new 12v battery on my 2005 Prius. Being the original battery, it showed multiple signs it wasn't holding the charge anymore: the red triangle for a few seconds after ignition the morning, or after a few minutes with the hazard lights on, etc.22 posts · Joined 2002. #2 · Dec 18, 2003. Dead Prius in cold weather. I have owned my 2002 Prius for almost two years. In those two years something similar has happened to me on two separate occassions, once last winter and once this winter. On both occassions, after being exposed to extreme cold temps overnight, I started my Prius and it ...Unlike the Tesla Model S battery, the Toyota Prius battery is light and easy enough for thieves to steal in 20 minutes. By clicking "TRY IT", I agree to receive newsletters and pro...Vehicle: 2005 Prius. If it is the brake light switch, this same failure can happen on a lot of auto transmission cars. At least in US they are required to have an interlock on the transmission to keep from shifting out of Park unless your foot is on the brake. Most cars just use the brake light switch to sense this.Roll the Windows down and put the fob in your driver's seat, shut the door and press the lock button on the door. Make sure window is rolled down or you won't be able to get in. You should get another fob, they cost about $100 on Amazon. Having 1 fob is just asking for trouble. #14 JC91006, Jul 21, 2016.You are not idling in Drive, but idling in Neutral. Big difference for a Prius. If the issue is happening in Drive too, the battery may be too far deteriorated for reconditioning to rescue without some careful module replacement. Hybrid Automotive who sell the Prolong charger also sell good used modules if needed.Model: N/A. My horn stopped working about 2 months ago in my 2010 Prius. I stopped O'Reilly ' s Auto and the guy showed me where the fuse was but it 2 as good. If it needed to be replaced he said it has to come from Toyota because it is a Jumbo fuse that has three in one. So the problem is either in the horn itself located in front of the ...The Prius 12-volt battery usually lasts 3.5 to 4 years before it starts malfunctioning. But premature failure is possible if your car had any charging system faults if the battery was discharged, or if you live in a particularly cold climate. A new battery for a Prius won’t be cheap since it’s an AGM and will set you back between $200 and $250.Pay a lot less than I did for the Logitech K400 Plus by tapping the button below. You can get it now for just $22, which is $18 less than the standard $40. Also, be sure to check out …Once the chip is not powered, it won't send the needed signals and the immobilizer will not understand if the key is in the car. If this happens, the immo will block the fuel supply, and you will just rotate your engine without a single chance of starting it. What you can do is replace the battery and try again.After working on this Prius 2ZR engine it would not stay running. This was a no start condition. In this DIY auto repair video I will show you how I fixed th...When it's about to rock forward again, hit the brakes and try to get it out of Park. 2. Brake Pedal Switch. Your Toyota Prius won't shift into gear if it doesn't detect the brake pedal is being pressed. Vehicles are designed so you don't bump the shifter into gear when rooting around the cabin.Won't go into gear. Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Renette, Mar 3, 2016. Renette New Member. Joined: Mar 3, 2016 4 0 0 Location: ... Founded in 2003, PriusChat has been the go-to spot for Prius, hybrid, and EV discussion for over 10 years. PriusChat is the one of the largest privately-owned car forums ...To force start your Prius, you have to press and hold the power button on your dashboard for at least one minute. After holding it for at least one minute, release the button. If this doesn't work, then try this other method to force-start the Prius: Click the unlock button three times. Click the lock button three times.My Prius won't start. I get the red triangle and the message: "P lock malfunction when parking, park in flat place and apply parking brake securely" I think I must have let the battery get a little low while I was working on something yesterday. I jumped the battery, but I cannot get the warning to clear. I have tried disconnecting and reattaching the battery.When it's about to rock forward again, hit the brakes and try to get it out of Park. 2. Brake Pedal Switch. Your Toyota Prius won't shift into gear if it doesn't detect the brake pedal is being pressed. Vehicles are designed so you don't bump the shifter into gear when rooting around the cabin.In this video we venture again on the Prius saga. In this episode I fix the driver and passenger side door checks on the 2004 Toyota Prius. Door Checks are w...I purchased a rebuilt battery and installed it today. I following all removal and installation instructions as per Toyota's manual. After I finished my Prius still wouldn't start. I get the red triangle/check engine/abs/maintenance required and the radio works but the display screen doesn't come on. I did not replace my 12v battery and my Prius ...2007 Prius won't turn off. Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by MsMarketeer, Jan 31, 2013. MsMarketeer New Member. Joined: Jan 31, 2013 1 0 0 ... This happened to me tonight. Started my Prius and the cluster on top of the dash did not light up. Felt like I was driving blind. No speedometer, odometer, or ...Replacing Faulty Components. If your Prius doesn’t move in drive, it could be due to faulty components within the transmission system or elsewhere in the vehicle. To solve this problem, you should: Inspect the transmission system, including gears, shift cable, and other related parts. Identify and replace damaged or worn-out components.VA, BMW Race Car, BMW R1200R, BMW 330Ci, Ford F350. Vehicle: 2013 Prius v wagon. Model: Prime Advanced. You need to put your Prius on some type of external 12v battery charger and bring it back up to a full charge. If you live near a Walmart, buy one tomorrow if you can. Rob43. #2 Rob43, Apr 18, 2020.Once upon a time, there was a 2012 Prius that belonged to a young couple, named Jack and Jill. They had owned the car for a few years and had been very happy with it, but one day, as they were about to leave for work, the car wouldn't start. They noticed that all the lights were on, but the engine wouldn't turn over.1. Dead Hybrid Battery. If your Prius won’t go into drive or reverse, it could be due to a dead hybrid battery. The battery powers the electric motor that moves the car, so if it’s not working properly, the car won’t move. In this case, …Feb 3, 2012 · Find the red jump point near the upper left side inside the black fuse box. Attach the red (positive +) charger wire to the jump point terminal. Attach the black (negative -) charger wire to a chassis screw above the fuse box (any of the metal screws going into the body of the car). Turn on the charger.Prius C Won't start. Discussion in 'Prius c Main Forum' started by rioe, May 7, 2020. Page 1 of 2 1 2 Next > rioe Junior Member. Joined: Apr 17, 2012 94 24 5 Location: LA, CA ... Last night my 2014 Prius C was dead, just all of a sudden. Called today to get a jump. 1st tech didn't really know hybrids but connected to the jump terminal, charged ...If the READY light comes on, you can go. It doesn't matter if you hear the engine start or not. As for the buzzing sound, is it the same sound if you repeatedly pump the brakes? ... Just wondering if this is something that happens to others o r if it is a problem with my Prius. #10 Robert F, Aug 5, 2012. cwerdna Senior Member. Joined: Sep 4 ...Here are some common reasons why the brake light on your Prius may be on: 1. Low Brake Fluid Level. If your brake fluid level is low, it can cause the brake warning light to come on. This can be due to a leak in the brake system, worn brake pads, or a faulty master cylinder. 2.13 posts · Joined 2023. #3 · Dec 6, 2023. True, those items are included but tire Damage occurs in many ways, some not repairable with slime. one Main concern Is that the 19 inch tires are only used for the 23-24 Prius and as a result they aren't common stock at tire shops.2005 Prius. Model: Four. This really sounds like a dead/weak 12V battery. I would check the voltage of the battery under load (with lights on). It should be at least 11.9 and hold that voltage. If not, you can try jumping it but be careful to observe polarity. #3 usnavystgc, Nov 14, 2014. xpcman likes this.> Gen 2 (2004-2009) Toyota Prius Forums > Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting > Attachments are working again! Check out this thread for more details and to report any other bugs. Won't Start - No lights, No response, No noise. Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by jlspartz, Jul 6, 2015.P0700 is a common code if it’s an electrical issue related to the transmission. If something has gone wrong in the transmission, your Prius may not be able to accelerate anymore, or it’ll. If it can no longer shift, it could be caused by a solenoid/valve body that has gone bad, clutch packs, debris, and much more.2017 Prius Prime. Model: Prime Advanced. Sparkly Markley said: ↑. My car won't charge. It's plugged in, in the garage, as usual. The mechanism on the charging cord shows the green light, so it thinks it's charging the car. The port on the car shows a green light, showing that it is indeed connected. But the blue flashing light doesn't come on ...This video will go over how I figure out why my Prius wouldn't go into drive or park, and also why it wouldn't start. There is other things that can cause th...This has started happening to my 2014 Prius C as well, currently just shy of 67k miles. Like you said, the lights/screen turn on but the engine doesn't engage. It makes the wrong beep or no beep when this happens. I haven't been stranded anywhere yet, but I am getting nervous. I'm nearly due for service, so I'll ask about checking the 12v ...To pair the Toyota Prius Bluetooth, you need to follow these steps: Turn on the car’s infotainment unit and turn on Bluetooth. Turn on the Bluetooth on your phone, and make sure you set it as discoverable. Press the settings on the infotainment and choose Bluetooth, then choose “Add new device.”. Check your phone to see if your car’s ...Try pulling over and turning the car off for a few minutes to reset it. If the hybrid check light comes on while you’re driving, pull over somewhere safe. Turn off your car and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. Then, try starting it back up again to reset it.I have seen a couple videos claiming that you can start a prius by holding the fob over the start button, even if the fob battery is dead. I just tried this on a 2005 and a 2007 (with good fob batteries) and it didn't work. Those videos were apparently for Gen 3 & newer. They don't have a slot like the Gen 2 so the method is different.HELP PRIUS WON'T START. Jump to Latest Follow 56K views 18 replies 10 participants last post by 2005 Prius owne Oct 12, 2021. T. TOMRDILLON Discussion starter 3 posts · Joined 2006 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · May 29, 2006. Car was fine Saturday night and then 24 hours later its totally dead. ...Ken Cemo. 31 posts · Joined 2005. #7 · Jan 17, 2014. My daughter is having the exact same problem on her '06 Prius. The car sometimes starts and the dash lights do not illuminate (speedo, fuel gauge and display screen is blank). Then the car will not turn off without repeated attempts at holding the start button down.Put the lug nuts back on, then loosen them several turns. Then drive the car back and forth a few times (3 or 4 mph is enough) and jab the brakes hard to stop each time. That should brake the wheel loose so then you can jack the car up and take it off. Don't drive the car on the road with the lug nuts loose.Model: N/A. I own a 2012 Prius C and one day i couldn't unlock the car. The red light on my key fob blinks when i use it, but the doors still don't unlock. The only way to lock or unlock my car now is manually, the electronic lock switch on the doors don't work either. On the same day that this happened the ABS and Brake lights on the dashboard ...I got back in, and there was absolutely no electrical power to anything. Start button has no effect, interior lights won't come on, hazard lights won't come on, headlights won't come on. As far as I can tell, there's no power to anything at all. There was nothing special about the drive - temp was mid 60s, didn't have headlights on.If so, the cost to fix is the price of the replacement sensor (~$45-75) plus the cost to install it, which involves dismounting and remounting the tire on the wheel rim. I've had intermittent spurious TPMS warnings on my 2012, from still unknown cause. So I won't rule out a system problem with the car.Dec 11, 2020 · Typically, there are two main ways that a vehicle will fail to start. The most common and the first way is that the vehicle will refuse to turn over. This means that the vehicle’s engine will not move as you place your key in the ignition and turn it. The second way that your Prius will not start, is when the engine will in fact turn, but the ...My 2009 Prius won't start. Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by KE2, Feb 3, 2010. KE2 New Member. Joined: Jun 5, 2008 9 0 0 Location: Suburbs of Philadelphia Vehicle: 2005 Prius. My 2009 prius won't start this morning. I thought the key was dead but it didn't work in the ignition either.As temperatures fluctuate, the air inside your tires can expand or contract, causing changes in tire pressure. This may trigger the light to turn on, indicating that your tires need to be adjusted. Solutions: Luckily, this issue can easily be resolved by checking your tire pressure and adjusting it accordingly.The Toyota Prius has been setting the hybrid standards for years, but it’s still got an internal combustion engine at its core, and these are prone to issues. To figure out why your Prius won’t start, check the ignition system first. If your push-button start system is not operating, check whether it can be reset or replaced.Scenario 2: When Prius Won't Start But It Cranks. Now let's discuss scenario number 2. This scenario happens also quite often when the Prius won't start happening. And this involves when the car is cranking but the engine simply doesn't want to start. This continuous cranking often drains the battery and makes things even worse.My 2010 Prius won't start. Its security light is on, & both my key fobs won't work despite battery replacement on both. ... I just replaced the digitizer in my prius nav screen, took the whole head unit out. Put it back in, reconnected everything, let it boot up, but now a few of the buttons wonk work. ...WalletHub selected 2023's best renters insurance companies in Alabama based on user reviews. Compare and find the best renters insurance of 2023. WalletHub makes it easy to find th...When dealing with a Toyota Prius door that won't open, it's crucial to identify the underlying cause. Unfortunately, gaining access to the linkage might require removing the door panel. Pay attention to any unusual noises while operating the door and inspect the lock and handle for signs of wear or damage.Individual purchasers of a Prius Prime may be able to take advantage of tax credits and other incentives. * To see if incentives may apply, please visit our full list of incentives. * …After 2 months of stay at home, my 2020 prius prime just won't start. Nothing can be turned on (display, light,etc). I try to charge it using the garage power outlet. it still won't start. Any thoughts. Thanks. You need to charge / jump the 12V battery, separate from the main battery you typically charge. Huh, guess this answers a question I ...Replacing Faulty Components. If your Prius doesn't move in drive, it could be due to faulty components within the transmission system or elsewhere in the vehicle. To solve this problem, you should: Inspect the transmission system, including gears, shift cable, and other related parts. Identify and replace damaged or worn-out components.1. Battery Capacity Diminished Far and away the number one reason that your Prius won't start in the cold is the battery. A battery has two different ratings, cranking amps and cold cranking amps. Cold cranking amps are the batteries ability to start turn the engine over when it is cold. Battery capacity diminishes with.Loading the battery at 1/2 the cold cranking amp (CCA) rating is the proper way to load test a battery. If you test at too low an amperage, a bad battery may look good. If you test at too high an amperage, a good battery may look bad. Prius batteries are usually rated between 300 and 450 CCA. Check your rating before testing.My 2009 Prius won't start with the key in car. The lights all come on, but the car won't shift out of park. The on button is red, instead of green. Mechanic's Assistant: Do you have brake lights? Have any trouble codes popped up? Yes, the brake lights go on. All the lights are lit up on the dash and it's flashing one bar on gas.My 2013 Prius won't start after work. Does this indicate my 12v battery needs replacement? comments sorted by Best Top New Controversial Q&A Add a Comment [deleted] • Additional comment actions ... When I got my (also 2013) Prius, I couldn't for the life of me figure out how to get into maintenance mode.If you can't leave the vehicle unlocked, then lay the back seat flat and so that you can crawl into the rear area to reconnect the 12v later. Reconnect the 12v when you need to start the vehicle, and it will take two (2) attempts before it actually starts upon reconnecting. #3 SFO, Jan 15, 2022.lol i'm freaking out because this 04 prius used to be a taxi so now it has at least 170000 km on it (warrenty is only covered up to 160000 km). So no warrenty right now but I will update what happened. The next day I powered on my car normally, I can see my speedo again! But i'm still in question if the speedo just gives out at night?I have seen a couple videos claiming that you can start a prius by holding the fob over the start button, even if the fob battery is dead. I just tried this on a 2005 and a 2007 (with good fob batteries) and it didn't work. Those videos were apparently for Gen 3 & newer. They don't have a slot like the Gen 2 so the method is different.Dead or Failing Battery: If the battery is dead or not functioning properly, it can cause the display to fail or malfunction. This is a common issue for all types of vehicles, including the Prius. Loose or Damaged Connections: If the connections between the display and the car’s electrical system are loose or damaged, it can cause the display to fail or malfunction.2009 Prius Key Fob Won't Start. The battery is not dead. I just replaced the battery and it locks/unlocks the door fine. The key fob does not start the car when inserted in the ignition. I've read you can also put the fob close to the start button but that doesn't work either. The Toyota dealership wants me to tow the whole car to have ...If you have a high resistance connection between the battery and the front terminal it will drop the voltage well below 12V when you open the door and the dome light will not go on. If the dome and other lights don't work the car won't start either. Tackle the simple part of the problem first. #7 direstraits71, Sep 30, 2008.2009 Prius 83000 miles car won't turn on. 12v was replaced 4 months ago and won't turn on when jumped. No lights on dash, no orange red or green light on power button, no mfd display. When pressing the brake pedal, no brake lights come on at all. Pulled the cables from the 12v for over an hour to clear anything and same result.P0700 is a common code if it’s an electrical issue related to the transmission. If something has gone wrong in the transmission, your Prius may not be able to accelerate anymore, or it’ll. If it can no longer shift, it could be caused by a solenoid/valve body that has gone bad, clutch packs, debris, and much more.Prius C 2012 Won't Start/Do Anything. Discussion in 'Prius c Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by thisyearsgirl, Nov 18, 2018. ... I've got a 2012 Prius C, with about 60k miles on it, and as of yesterday, it won't start. Nothing in the entire car turns on, not headlights, not interior light, not a check light on the dashboard, not ...2010 Prius. Model: IV. The hybrid control module is a darned important module in the car (the orchestra conductor for everything else, pretty much), and a code about something unable to communicate with it may well come along with important things not happening. If that communication problem is intermittent, then stuff may well work …2013 Prius. Model: Three. For the past month or so, occasionally when I try to start my Prius, it won't start. Instead the dash lights up with all kinds of warning bells, like the battery signal, engine trouble, etc. Usually I can resolve this by turning the car off, and then on again. (It has a push-button start.)Many Prius drivers have reported the most common cause for a red triangle of death light is an issue with their battery. Typically, the codes that come up after a diagnostic are P0A80 and P3000. The P300 code refers to the Prius' battery control system. When this code appears, the problem is typically caused by several sources, but it means ...Scenario 2: When Prius Won’t Start But It Cranks. Now let’s discuss scenario number 2. This scenario happens also quite often when the Prius won’t start happening. And this involves when the car is cranking but the engine simply doesn’t want to start. This continuous cranking often drains the battery and makes things even worse.You are right, the catalytic converter issue is unrelated to your current no-start problem. 4. You are wrong, with regards to a "dead" traction battery and the Prius being able to run. It depends upon exactly what is wrong with the traction battery.Location: Clearwater, Florida. Vehicle: 2007 Prius. Model: Two. Please make sure if you must jump start the car your not connecting the jump leads directly to the 12 volt battery in the trunk. Toyota provide very convenient and safe jump points under the hood. They address it in the owners manual.Feb 22, 2023 · Scenario 2: When Prius Won’t Start But It Cranks. Now let’s discuss scenario number 2. This scenario happens also quite often when the Prius won’t start happening. And this involves when the car is cranking but the engine simply doesn’t want to start. This continuous cranking often drains the battery and makes things even worse.I put a trickle charger on my Prime's 12v battery and have had no problems. Nice thing about the Prime and maybe other Gen 4 Prius is the 12v battery is under the hood rather than in the back of the car. Makes it easier to access with a charger.Jan 22, 2023 · Once upon a time, there was a 2012 Prius that belonged to a young couple, named Jack and Jill. They had owned the car for a few years and had been very happy with it, but one day, as they were about to leave for work, the car wouldn't start. They noticed that all the lights were on, but the engine wouldn't turn over.2011 Prius won't start. Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Frank O, Jan 22, 2019. Frank O Junior Member. Joined: Feb 8, 2011 35 10 0 Location: California Vehicle: 2011 Prius Model: Three. My normally dependable 2011 Prius has been in the driveway for a couple of fairly cold (by So. Calif. standards ...Similarly, a Prius not starting might be due to a weak hybrid battery or a faulty ignition switch. Conclusion. You don't need to panic anymore if your Toyota Prius won't start. Here's a recap of the main points discussed in the article: The reasons why your Prius won't start include a faulty alternator, a defective spark plug, or a bad ...I am having the same intermittent starting problem on my 3-week old 2009 Prius. Toyota Roadside Assistance was a complete joke and waste of cell phone minutes. ... the car won't start frequently enough to use any gas! #6 amithereyet, Apr 19, 2009. qbee42 My other car is a boat. Joined: Mar 2, 2006 18,058 3,074 7 Location: Northern Michigan ...Simply pull the driver's seat belt down from the door pillar and hook it over the gas door lever at the base of the seat. Pull on the seat belt allowing the excess length to retract. The seat belt will then hold the lever up. Any number of objects can be used to gently pry the door open (credit cards, paper clip, the pocket clip from a BIC pen ...Get ratings and reviews for the top 12 gutter guard companies in Stookey, IL. Helping you find the best gutter guard companies for the job. Expert Advice On Improving Your Home All...13 posts · Joined 2023. #3 · Dec 6, 2023. True, those items are included but tire Damage occurs in many ways, some not repairable with slime. one Main concern Is that the 19 inch tires are only used for the 23-24 Prius and as a result they aren't common stock at tire shops.My 2010 Prius won't start, and I think that the 12V battery is low (looks like about 5V on my multimeter). It's in the garage now, and the unit right next to the fuse box is making one of the standard Prius noises (kind of a low whir/grind noise). I'm used to hearing that noise for a few seconds in normal operation, but now it's making it ...Combining a 2.0-liter I-4 engine with an electric motor powered by a 13.6-kWh battery, the Prius Prime puts 220 hp and 139 lb-ft of torque to its front wheels. With 26 more hp than …Your Toyota Prius wont start when you hit the ignition button, it beeps and prompts lights on the dashboard but your prius won't start. When our Toyota Prius...Similarly, a Prius not starting might be due to a weak hybrid battery or a faulty ignition switch. Conclusion. You don't need to panic anymore if your Toyota Prius won't start. Here's a recap of the main points discussed in the article: The reasons why your Prius won't start include a faulty alternator, a defective spark plug, or a bad ...Reasons a Toyota Prius Won't Start. Toyota Prius. The most common reasons a Toyota Prius won't start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter. 0 % 38 % …2021 Prius Prime. Model: XLE. I've had this car since July 2021 (brand new). This past spring I wasn't able to start due to "low battery". I thought maybe I might have left a door ajar overnight, but I managed to get it jump-started. However, I have now had this happen to me on 5 further occasions each additional episode occurring much ...Step 1: Engage the brake pedal and Start button. Step on the brake and press the Start button. Step 2: Put the car in park. If you’re unable to put your car into gear, keep your foot on the brake and press the P button on the dashboard, which puts the car in park. Step 3: Engage the Start button again.12 Prius c won't start, no flashing key on dash, 12v battery replaced a month ago, headlights and dome lights turn on, can hear motor priming on the left front of the car when pressing on the brake, o …Now all I have to do is an autopsy on the old one and find out which $.50 part went bad so others won' have to spend just over $100 to replace Toyota's defective parts. ... I am having this exact problem with my 2012 Prius V — worked perfectly for years and the. Started dropping signal intermittently. Sirius reset the signal several times ...Clicking from the back of the car will be the contactors trying to close, but if it fails (usually due to a bad 12v battery) then it won't go into READY mode. Try a known good battery if you can, or jump it (being careful of polarity). The engine should try to start once before declaring it a fail.IOS 15.1.1 update for iPhone 12 issues with car's bluetooth I recently updated my iPhone to IOS 15.1.1 and now all of a sudden, my phone no longer connects to my Toyota Prius's bluetooth, "Handsfree." I try over and over, and when and IF I can get them to pair, I can't get my maps app to verbally announce turn by turn directions thru the radio.Drives fine for thousands of miles, took it for a recent 15 min drive, turn it off. About 5 min later, I came back and won't start, all lights flashing on dash, full gas tank shows 1 bar, won't shift, eventually all squares in the drive/park/reverse grid on the dash flash the borders and then engine check light comes on and also the triangle..2008 Prius. Hey folks: This morning I decided to take my wife's Prius to work since she had the day off. I turn on the car, but see that the computer display in front of me (mph, fuel gauge, etc) is completely black. However, the monitor in the center of the car that displays the mpg is on. Thinking this is odd, I turn off the car and then turn ...2012 Prius. Model: Three. I went to start my car as I left the post office, and it wouldn't. It made weird noises when I tried, which I assume was the brake pump I've read about... Now it doesn't even do that. I got it to start and get home thankfully, and once after that. Go forward 5 hours and now it won't start at all.Prius won't start (gen 3) 2014 Prius. Everything seems normal in terms of fob allowing me in the car, but when I press the break pedal down and try to start it, lights on the dash come on and basically nothing else.My wife is stuck in her prius 40 minutes away and it won't my wife is stuck in her prius 40 minutes away and it won't start. when she puts her foot on brake petal and pushes start button, all the dashboard lights come on but the engine doesn't start.This has probably already been discussed on another post. I don't have Navigation. I entered Setup on the Prius, then bluetooth, then selected the 'pair' option. The phone already was in bluetooth mode and searching. This did the trick. I didn't have to enter any codes, they just synced up. #3 WEEBEDNA, Mar 15, 2013.The nav screen on my 2010 prius has recently stopped responding to touch inputs. All the function buttons seem to work, that is, the map displays and follows the car, the AM, FM, CD, setup, info-phone,dest,etc displays all show when called up but none of them can be changed or adjusted via the touch screen.Hold The Power Button. For a few seconds, press and hold the power button. This can be done to see whether your car won't shut off. You may have to remove the 12v battery if it won't shut off. You can remove the negative battery cable from where it was attached to the vehicle's chassis.Jul 14, 2023 · To force start your Prius, you have to press and hold the power button on your dashboard for at least one minute. After holding it for at least one minute, release the button. If this doesn't work, then try this other method to force-start the Prius: Click the unlock button three times. Click the lock button three times.2018 Prius. Model: Two. Hello all! I just picked up a new 2018 Prius Two about a week and a half ago. I've been very satisfied with the vehicle thus far, but I've just recently started having some issues with the Bluetooth connection to my phone. While at the dealership, my salesperson walked me through pairing my Moto X 2014 to the vehicle.My 2010 Prius won't start, and shows the "P Lock Malfunction" message whenever I try. Actually the problem now is it won't turn fully OFF, or fully start, so it's stuck in limbo. It seems to be a problem with the Parking button not engaging, or not telling the Power control that it is engaged, like a circuit is short or the wire has ...Model: II. I have a 2009 Prius, driving fine at this time. Yesterday the multifunction display just died. There is nothing visible on the screen and also no reaction or sound when I click the buttons around the display such as climate. Luckily, the A/C still works and the steering wheel controls seem to work as well, so I can still use the car ...Starter circuit works in turning the car on, only when the 12V battery, in good condition, sends some juice to the HV system main relays or contactor's. When they get fed that juice, the HV circuits closes and the car enters ready mode. 5. Several ways to test the integration relay.Model: Prime Plus. so my Prius prime is not charging at the scheduled charge time. Initially I had it set at 12:15am start time and it was working fine. Up until a few days ago when I added another charge time at 10pm, in the am when I leave for work the car is not charged. I even turned off the 12:15a charge but car still would not charge at ...2014 Prius. Model: Four. Hey guys, I'm a total newbie and just got this car a week ago. Drove down for a weekend trip and haven't touched the car in 3 days. Today, I try to start it to get to dinner and it is not starting. I'm a worrywart and am now terrified that something is deathly wrong. Here's the series of events that occurred:Step 1: Press and hold the “Start” button. Hold the Start button down with your index finger for at least 45 seconds. Step 2: Restart the car. Start the car normally after the system …Two. Usually, when the car refuses to lock it is due to one or more of the following reasons: 1. A Smart fob is left in the car. 2. A door or the hatch is open. 3. The Prius was left in some operating mode besides IG-OFF. #2 Patrick Wong, Mar 14, 2010.Once upon a time, there was a 2012 Prius that belonged to a young couple, named Jack and Jill. They had owned the car for a few years and had been very happy with it, but one day, as they were about …Dec 11, 2020 · Typically, there are two main ways that a vehicle will fail to start. The most common and the first way is that the vehicle will refuse to turn over. This means that the vehicle’s engine will not move as you place your key in the ignition and turn it. The second way that your Prius will not start, is when the engine will in fact turn, but the ...VA, BMW Race Car, BMW R1200R, BMW 330Ci, Ford F350. Vehicle: 2013 Prius v wagon. Model: Prime Advanced. You need to put your Prius on some type of external 12v battery charger and bring it back up to a full charge. If you live near a Walmart, buy one tomorrow if you can. Rob43. #2 Rob43, Apr 18, 2020.Location: toronto, canada. Vehicle: 2010 Prius. The 12V battery must have been drained completely over the weekend. None of the lights (interior and exterior) are working. The car won't start even using jumper cable. I guess the 12v battery must have some juice remaining to power up the computer in order to jump start the engine.My Prius alarm goes off with no reason day and night. I did check everything like door and hatch back, they are properly closed and nothing could have caused the alarm to go off. ... so that when alarm goes off at night it won't disturb neighbors. #3 william_kang, Jan 27, 2016. Paradox Prius Enthusiast / Moderator. Staff Member. Joined: Sep 22 ...The 2008 Toyota Prius has 84 problems reported for headlights malfunctioning. Average repair cost is $660 at 91,200 miles. (Page 1 of 5)1. Damaged Battery. Basically, the battery of the Prius gets charged while you drive. So, if you don’t drive often it won’t ignite. You’ll also hear a terrible clattering sound from a drained battery in the cold weather. The reason is the lead-acid battery of your car reacts to extreme changes in the weather.> Gen 2 (2004-2009) Toyota Prius Forums > Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting > Attachments are working again! Check out this thread for more ... both the Toyota dealership and Les Schwab felt they should have been more diligent in the first place and went easy on my wallet. I won't even get into the angst …A common issue with the Toyota Prius trunk not working is a malfunctioning or discharged trunk latch battery. If the trunk doesn't open with the electronic button, manually opening it and replacing or recharging the trunk latch battery can fix the problem. Another cause might be a problem with the trunk's mechanical latch.Had the 65K done 5/11/17. I had them clean the HV fan. My mechanic was skeptical, said if the fan is not working properly it will throw a code. They cleaned it for $85, said the fan had lots of lint. The prius is now driving normal and actually feels lot faster now, it gives EV mode all day now, EV motor seems more responsive, engine comes on less.If you own one of these models, and your car won’t turn off once you are in park mode, these are the most common reasons: Faulty combination meter. Damaged 12-volt battery. Issues with the bad ground in the electrical system. The most common problem is a faulty combination meter, and this issue is frequent for third-generation Prius cars.My '13 Prius v wagon doesn't have twist in rear calipers -- they just press in like conventional calipers. #5 tvpierce, Jan 24, 2018. Mendel Leisk Luddite. Joined: Oct 17, 2010 55,014 38,419 80 Location: Greater Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Vehicle: 2010 Prius Model: Touring.2010 Prius won't turn on : (. Yesterday I noticed my Prius' air system was off when I turned on the car. Seemed strange, but I let it slide. Then, I turned off my car & it immediately popped right back on. So I knew something was off. I was also really low on gas, so I figured I'd get gas first and see if anything changed.The TPMS won't have the information until you reset the system. The module would still compare the current pressure to the previous one and show warnings. The most sensible thing I recommend is to reset the TPMS. It's kind of similar to Honda TPMS light on but tires are fine. Here are the Toyota Prius tire pressure sensor reset steps:May 7, 2015 · Anything above 12.7 is acceptable. Anything less, the battery requires charging. If the battery won't maintain 12.5 or better under the load of your headlights (on low beam is sufficient), then the battery condition is declining. Even so, your battery will continue to work for quite some time yet.2013 Prius. Model: Three. For the past month or so, occasionally when I try to start my Prius, it won't start. Instead the dash lights up with all kinds of warning bells, like the battery signal, engine trouble, etc. Usually I can resolve this by turning the car off, and then on again. (It has a push-button start.)I got a 2004 prius with smart key.Parked at the Toronto airport for 1 week and when I tried to open the door or to start there was no response.I had to call Toyota road side assistance and they sent some towing vehicle to help with jump start.($60).It happened last year too when I parked the car in my underground parking for 3 weeks.Any ...My Prius 08 has problems sometimes when it´s really cold. (< - 5 C) When it happens it´s totally dead. Nothing works and i have to jump start it. When it start it works ok and the battery is charged quickly. I´ve been to the Toyota dealer and checked the energy consumption when turned off. It´s about 0,25 A, and nothing seems to be wrong.Toyota Prius Beeping While Off. If your Prius is Beeping while turned off it may be caused by low voltage from the 12V battery. You can also try disconnecting the 12V battery for 15 minutes and then reconnect it, this will recalibrate some of the car’s electronics. Alternatively, the battery in your Prius smart key may be running low.2 posts · Joined 2005. #1 · Oct 9, 2005. My 2005 prius seems to have developed a unique problem. I have not seen it discussed before on this forum. While traveling at varius speeds, it switches the drive system to neutral. It has happened a couple to times now, switching from drive to neutral and once from reverse to neutral.Location: Santa Fe, NM. Vehicle: 2005 Prius. The transmission warning is almost always a 12V problem. Double-check all connections at the 12V battery. Monitor the voltage of the 12V when you push the power button to make sure that it does not drop below 11V.I just purchased a used 2005 Package 5 Prius and the keyless entry won't work. I have unclicked the button below the steering wheel that disables the keyless entry. Even so, whenever I press the unlock button on the remote, I get a quick red led that lights up in the corner for half a second but nothing happens. I know the battery isn't dead as ...My '13 Prius v wagon doesn't have twist in rear calipers -- they just press in like conventional calipers. #5 tvpierce, Jan 24, 2018. Mendel Leisk Luddite. Joined: Oct 17, 2010 55,014 38,419 80 Location: Greater Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Vehicle: 2010 Prius Model: Touring.1-Key inserted, it makes some buzzing sound and then the beeper starts beeping. 2-Foot on brake and hit start button, nothing happens except the light on the start button goes green but no dash lights. 3-Hit the Start button again, Light on the button turn red and all warning lights come on but no start.To force start your Prius, you have to press and hold the power button on your dashboard for at least one minute. After holding it for at least one minute, release the button. If this doesn't work, then try this other method to force-start the Prius: Click the unlock button three times. Click the lock button three times.12 Prius c won't start, no flashing key on dash, 12v battery replaced a month ago, headlights and dome lights turn on, can hear motor priming on the left front of the car when pressing on the brake, o …Start button has no effect, interior lights won't come on, hazard lights won't come on, headlights won't come on. As far as I can tell, there's no power to anything at all. ... My 2008 Prius started doing The same. I take The battery cables off every time to reset and that works. But I would like to know The main problem.P0700 is a common code if it’s an electrical issue related to the transmission. If something has gone wrong in the transmission, your Prius may not be able to accelerate anymore, or it’ll. If it can no longer shift, it could be caused by a solenoid/valve body that has gone bad, clutch packs, debris, and much more.Aug 17, 2022 · The Toyota Prius has been setting the hybrid standards for years, but it’s still got an internal combustion engine at its core, and these are prone to issues. To figure out why your Prius won’t start, check the ignition system first. If your push-button start system is not operating, check whether it can be reset or replaced.Unlock Your Prius With a Dead Key Fob. The first thing you will need to do is look closely at your key fob. There should be a little button along the side. Depress that button and then pull on the ...Replacing Faulty Components. If your Prius doesn't move in drive, it could be due to faulty components within the transmission system or elsewhere in the vehicle. To solve this problem, you should: Inspect the transmission system, including gears, shift cable, and other related parts. Identify and replace damaged or worn-out components.