Toyota 2013 Prius PHV, Owner'S Manual

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1-4. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Conditions affecting operation
The smart key system, wireless remote control and immobilizer system use
weak radio waves. In the following situations, the communication between
the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected, preventing the smart key
system, wireless remote control and immobilizer system from operating
properly. (Ways of coping:
→
P. 591)
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When the electronic key battery is depleted
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Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
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When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication devices
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When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
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When other wireless key (that emit radio waves) is being used nearby
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When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that
emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio
waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
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If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window