How do you get a Prius key out?
The first thing you will need to do is look closely at your key fob. There should be a little button along the side. Depress that button and then pull on the end of the key fob as shown in the image above. A metal key will be revealed magically.
How do I get my key unstuck from the ignition with dead battery?
But if the pin is just stuck for mechanical reasons, sometimes physical force can get it to release. So, try moving the steering wheel back and forth as best you can while you jiggle the key and see if you can get the key to the off position. If not, don’t replace the battery yet. Try jump-starting the car first.
Where is the key slot on a Prius?
It may be in your patient’s pocket. Courtesy of Toyota Motor Corp. The entire Smart Entry & Electronic Key fob can be inserted into the slot visible in the instrument panel to the right of the steering wheel. Once inserted, the POWER button above it is pushed to start the Prius.
What does it mean when your Prius won’t start?
The first and most common is when it won’t turn over. This just means that the engine doesn’t move when you turn the key. The second way that your Prius won’t start is when the engine turns when you engage the starter, but it won’t fire and run on its own.
Why is my key stuck in the ignition on my Toyota Prius?
There are a few easy to fix reasons why your Toyota Prius’s key might get stuck in the ignition. It’s often easy to unstick the key. Whatever you do, don’t start trying to rip it out of the ignition. That can cause bigger problems. This article is written with the assumption that your key is stuck right now, and that you are looking to get it out.
Why does my Chrysler PT Cruiser not start?
The engine needs air, fuel, and a spark in order to run. It is highly likely that if the engine is cranking, but not starting that it has thrown an OBDII code. It is definitely worth it to use an OBDII scanner to check and see if the engine has thrown any trouble codes.