12v drained 3x because interior lights left on

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by AliceGoesNomad, Mar 28, 2021.

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  1. AliceGoesNomad

    AliceGoesNomad Junior Member

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    I keep draining my 12v because I leave the interior lights on. Is there a way to get a reminder beep when I lock the car? I have searched many times on Prius chat and online... maybe I’m not asking the question the right way. Don’t think a trickle charger will help because I park in a lot with no access to a power outlet.
     
    #1 AliceGoesNomad, Mar 28, 2021
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    wouldn't it be more prudent not to turn them on?

    a jump pack might be useful for you, especially now that you have drained it x3. a new battery may be in your future as well
     
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    Replace with lower wattage led light bulbs
     
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    id hate to drop my keys or phone between the seat and console and try to find it in the total dark.
     
    #4 Grit, Mar 29, 2021
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    Why ?
    Maybe you need to put a piece of tape over that button or wheel that turns the dome light ON.......and get into the habit of cracking the door open to make the lights come on ???
     
    #5 sam spade 2, Mar 29, 2021
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