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Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by ru5real, Dec 1, 2015.

  1. ru5real

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    I'm assuming it is the battery eventhough i didnt leave anything on. I can unlock all doors with the fob, except the trunk won't unlock. When i try to start the car, the dash lights up, but doesn't go into "ready ok" and there a single click sound coming from the back
     
    #1 ru5real, Dec 1, 2015
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    probably right, how old is it? cold weather can cause a weak battery to stop working properly.
     
    #2 bisco, Dec 1, 2015
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    It was the 12v battery. so how do i ensure that the battery becomes fully charged if the engine doesnt run the alternator all the time?
     
    #3 ru5real, Dec 1, 2015
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    when you buy a new battery, you should put a volt meter on it before installing. if it's below 12.5 or 6, you should put a trickle charger on it. a new battery will read 13+ volts.
     
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    Ok, Thank you.
     
    #5 ru5real, Dec 1, 2015
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