Is there a problem with my Prius battery?
Tip: If you try to restart your Prius and the dashboard lights come on but they are dim and blinking, you may have a problem with your 12V battery. If this is the case, the battery may need to be replaced or jump started (see Method 2).
What to do if your Toyota Prius won’t start?
Start the car normally after the system has rebooted by pushing down on the brake and pressing the Start button again. Tip: If you try to restart your Prius and the dashboard lights come on but they are dim and blinking, you may have a problem with your 12V battery.
What’s the best way to start a Prius?
Step 2: Connect the positive jumper cable to your battery. Connect the positive (red or orange) cable to the battery of the stalled Prius. Leave the negative (black) cable clamped on a piece of metal or on the ground. Step 3: Connect the second pair of jumper cables. Attach the other positive and negative cables to a car with a working battery.
Why was there a recall on the Toyota Prius?
Nobody wants their car to suddenly stop working. Unfortunately, Toyota recalled around 75,000 of their 2004 Prius cars because of some technical issues that were causing them to stall. This could be caused by several different failures in the car’s system.
Why does my 2004 Toyota Prius keep stalling?
This could be caused by several different failures in the car’s system. Not every single Prius will stall, but if you have a 2004 model, it may be a common occurrence. If you’re unable to get it started again, then you may need to have it towed.
What happens if I put my Prius in fail safe mode?
If your Prius is in fail-safe mode, then the electric engine is still running and you’ll be able to pull over and park safely. Tip: Often, the keypad will be locked if it’s inserted into the dashboard holder. Do not force it out. You will be able to remove it after resolving the fail-safe mode.
How do I get my Prius back into gear?
If these fail, you will need to follow the steps below to get your Prius back into gear. Step 1: Engage the brake pedal and Start button. Step on the brake and press the Start button. Step 2: Put the car in park.
How much does it cost to replace a Prius battery?
True2 battery was $206 Up here the stock battery was $271 (Canadian) last fall when I checked, and the suitable Optima (higher CCA) was around $230. Nothing is complicated in swapping them, apart from somewhat unconventional location. You could swap it yourself in a parking lot with a 10 mm wrench and 30 min.