In the manual, it specifically says to avoid serious deterioration NOT to store your car key anywhere within 3 feet of: TVs personal computers cellular phones, cordless phone and battery chargers recharging cellular phones or cordless phones glass top ranges table lamps Okay, so here's the thing; I carry my cellphone in my purse. Am I supposed to carry the key somewhere else on me...assuming I have pockets in the outfit, that is? I'm not 6 feet tall, so the 3-foot rule is going to be a huge problem. I'm curious what other's experience is/has been with the key. Ladies???
I agree, ignore it. I have always carried the key with my cell phone and have never run into a problem. They have to be cautious, but really you will not experience interference between the two.
The last 3 keys I've had have been smart keys, and they've usually been within 3 feet of a cell phone or computer. So far no issues with either the key, cell phone, or computer.
This seems a bit extreme, and impossible to implement in practice. I think the goal is to try to keep the key shielded from high amounts of RFI, which could technically fry the electronics. Glass top ranges? Well I have a glass top range and when I turn it on it causes static on the wireless speakers about 6 feet away, so I guess that counts.
I have my 2010 Prius V key and my cell phone in the same pocket. No problems with the remote key since I brought the 2010 Prius V in May.
I think it means the little battery in there might die off sooner. But I think changing the battery is a small price to pay to keep the all my electronics playing together in my purse. Four weeks into ownership and no complaints.
I'm about to hopefully pick up my car - I'm assuming they give you two keys with the original car - is that correct? ]
You should get two key fobs and a little metal tag with your keycode on it. Congrats and :welcome: we'll be looking for pics after you pick it up!
My service manager told me that the 2010 Prius doesn't have a metal tag with a keycode. He said Toyota uses the VIN number to make replacement keys.
The manual also says something about not taking the key on airplanes because it can interfere with the electronics!! What we need is a special lead-shielded key holder to keep the key in our purses or pockets safely away from cell phones and aircraft navigation systems. Of course, the SKS won't work without taking the key out of the holder but ... safety and security first!
Yes, not all will provide the metal tag (because people lose them). You don't actually need it, just the key number. If you ever need to get a key made, go to your nearest Toyota parts dept with your registration and ID.
The "key" here is not to place the key within a very short distance from strong electromagnetic energy sources.
I like that concept of a lead box, then u could put the FOB in the car and just use the mechanical key to get in and out of your car
We don't need a lead box, we just need a pocket sewn out of one of these RF shielding materials (Faraday effect): Electromagnetic Field Shielding Fabrics Seems like it could be done for around 20 bucks.
The statement in the manual is impractical. Many people carry a cell phone on their person, if not right next to the key. Also, unless you were to keep your key in front of the car and the cell phone in the back (or vice versa) you would still be in violation of the statement. It just isn't practical. Probably the statement was written by some lawyer looking to come up with a way to avoid complaints.
