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Apr 29, 2024 - 08:39 AM
Have you tried a replacement battery?
Apr 29, 2024 - 07:48 PM
Hi there, Chris!
Sounds like your Prius fob is playing a one-sided game of unlock with you. Don't worry, this is a common issue with key fobs. Here's what could be going on:
1.) Dead battery culprit: The usual suspect is a dying battery in the fob itself. These little guys don't last forever. Replace the battery with a fresh one (check your owner's manual for the right type) and see if that solves the lock problem.
2.) Fob fatigue: If a new battery doesn't do the trick, the fob itself might be getting a little long in the tooth. Fobs can take a beating over time, and the buttons can malfunction. If the unlock button works fine, it might be time for a new fob altogether.
3.) Glitch in the matrix: Less likely, but there could be a slight glitch with the car's receiver not recognizing the fob's signal properly. You could try the other fob you have (if you have one) and see if that works. If both fobs are having issues, it might be worth getting your Prius checked by a mechanic to see if there's a problem with the receiver.
Start with the battery, that's the easiest fix. If not, then we can look into other possibilities. In the meantime, you can still use the physical key in the driver's side door to lock and unlock the car manually.
Sounds like your Prius fob is playing a one-sided game of unlock with you. Don't worry, this is a common issue with key fobs. Here's what could be going on:
1.) Dead battery culprit: The usual suspect is a dying battery in the fob itself. These little guys don't last forever. Replace the battery with a fresh one (check your owner's manual for the right type) and see if that solves the lock problem.
2.) Fob fatigue: If a new battery doesn't do the trick, the fob itself might be getting a little long in the tooth. Fobs can take a beating over time, and the buttons can malfunction. If the unlock button works fine, it might be time for a new fob altogether.
3.) Glitch in the matrix: Less likely, but there could be a slight glitch with the car's receiver not recognizing the fob's signal properly. You could try the other fob you have (if you have one) and see if that works. If both fobs are having issues, it might be worth getting your Prius checked by a mechanic to see if there's a problem with the receiver.
Start with the battery, that's the easiest fix. If not, then we can look into other possibilities. In the meantime, you can still use the physical key in the driver's side door to lock and unlock the car manually.
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