Odd widget on 2021 Prius

Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Main Forum' started by taildragger, Aug 28, 2024.

  1. taildragger

    taildragger New Member

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    I just bought my first Prius Prime prius button.JPG , and love most about it except the back up beep. Will fix that.
    But there is this odd device mounted in the lower left panel. I can't see where the wires go and I haven't pushed that blue button. Has anyone seen this device before?
    This should be a enjoyable forum. Hope I haven't broken any rules yet.
    thanks
     
  2. MAX2

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    The previous owner of the car remains silent when asked about this blue button?
     
  3. AzWxGuy

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    Google Lens says it might be a Karr alarm, probably installed by a previous dealership. Safe to remove if you're handy.
     
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    It is definitely an aftermarket device added by a previous owner.
     
  5. taildragger

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    It seems to be a KARR alarm from many pictures posted on line. Dealer installed on many vehicles to impose monthly payments. No payment, vehicle disabled by dealer. This car seemed to be a leased return and auction, only one remote, no previous owner information. Probably ignore it for now. Thanks for the tips!