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will not start unless I touch the key to the start button .

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by bob34114, Aug 11, 2012.

  1. bob34114

    bob34114 Junior Member

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    My 2011 Prius will not start unless i touch the smart key to the start button .
    Anyone know what to do ?

    Bob
     
  2. jabecker

    jabecker driver of Prii since 2005

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    Did you check the battery in the smart key?
     
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    50324prius Junior Member

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    Do you have more that one smart key? If so, will the other one work without holding it to the start button?
     
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    Is the Little Red Light Blinking when you press the buttons on the SKS? If not it's the Battery