Toyota Prius 2011, Owner'S Manual

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1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors and back door
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Conditions affecting operation
The smart key system and wireless remote control 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 and wireless
remote control from operating properly. (Ways of coping:
→
P. 549)
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When the electronic key battery is depleted
l 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
l
When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication devices
l 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
l When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity
l
When carrying or using the electronic key together with the following
devices that emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key
• A wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computer
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
l
If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window (vehicles with entry function)