Come learn about and discuss Toyota's first official Prius Plug-in, the ZVW35. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:26:29 +0000 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:26:29 +0000 PriusChat https://priuschat.com/forum/gen-1-prius-plug-in-2012-2015.105/ Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:25:24 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2012-prius-phv-resetting-itself.259174/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2012-prius-phv-resetting-itself.259174/ invalid@example.com (Scott Bauer) Scott Bauer
Recently however, it has started to have some "weird" electrical issues. Sometimes when I start it it appears as if the accessory battery has been detached (the EV mileage range indicator reads 14.1, the address book in the...

2012 Prius PHV Resetting Itself]]> 3 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:13:19 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2014-prius-plug-in-advanced-%E2%80%94-headlight-upgrades-adding-fog-lights-for-better-visibility.259075/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2014-prius-plug-in-advanced-%E2%80%94-headlight-upgrades-adding-fog-lights-for-better-visibility.259075/ invalid@example.com (Cali929) Cali929 I drive a 2014 Prius Plug-In Advanced (all lighting is OEM for this trim). I’m struggling with night visibility — especially in darker areas and even worse in rain. Unless other cars are around lighting things up.
I’m looking for advice from anyone who has improved their lighting setup.

A) Headlight Improvement Options

1. Has anyone upgraded the stock headlights on this model?
2. Are higher-performance halogen bulbs worth it?
3. Has anyone done a projector retrofit or...

2014 Prius Plug-In Advanced — Headlight upgrades & adding fog lights for better visibility]]> Sun, 08 Feb 2026 02:17:09 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/battery-trouble-prius-2013-plug-in-advanced.214619/ https://priuschat.com/threads/battery-trouble-prius-2013-plug-in-advanced.214619/ invalid@example.com (Christi1992) Christi1992
My previous car was a 2010 prius that I sold a year ago. I had it for around 5 years before I decided it was time for an upgrade.

I have these days been playing with the obd and different apps to learn more about this plug in battery. I have done some research of how long distances people get on a full charge, since I only get 15 km or less on a charge.

Using a...

Battery trouble? PRIUS 2013 PLUG-IN ADVANCED]]> 21 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 16:16:03 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/engine-stalls-when-really-cold-out.258858/ https://priuschat.com/threads/engine-stalls-when-really-cold-out.258858/ invalid@example.com (different.eli) different.eli then at the beginning of this winter it would (occasionally) feel like it's almost stalling for a minute or two (really low idle), after it automatically started (for some reason) on really cold days. seemed fine once it warmed up.
just now, -10° out, the engine would...

engine stalls when really cold out]]> 6 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 05:26:14 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/water-in-battery-well-area-quick-fix-and-mystery.258656/ https://priuschat.com/threads/water-in-battery-well-area-quick-fix-and-mystery.258656/ invalid@example.com (Arkay) Arkay
Quick fix:
I do use my brain once in a while; I hunted around for a plug of some kind at the bottom with my hand, felt a rubber thing, and used a needle-nose pair of pliers to push it in from the outside. The water drained out.

Mystery:
I was very proud of myself till I realized that I had no Idea how the water got in. Any thoughts?

Car: 2014 Prius...

Water in battery well area, quick fix, and mystery.]]> 3 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 18:45:33 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/p219a-air-fuel-ratio-sensor.221623/ https://priuschat.com/threads/p219a-air-fuel-ratio-sensor.221623/ invalid@example.com (14pr1us) 14pr1us
I have the code P219A for a air fuel ratio sensor. Mileage is at 152k, changed spark plugs and cylinder 1 coil park, atf change and coolant change.

Do you think its the sensor that is going out or the egr and intake needs to be clean or both?



Thank you]]> 7 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 14:29:40 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2013-plug-in-%E2%80%94-abs-pump-brake-actuator-failure-looking-for-owner-experiences.258297/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2013-plug-in-%E2%80%94-abs-pump-brake-actuator-failure-looking-for-owner-experiences.258297/ invalid@example.com (LeeCincy) LeeCincy
Symptoms I’ve experienced:

• Intermittent brake lights staying on
  
  
• Corrosion found on the connections on the brake light connected to pedal
  
  
• Multiple brake/ABS warning lights on the dash
  
  
• Stiff or inconsistent brake pedal feel
  

The shop believes these symptoms often point to a failing ABS pump / brake actuator assembly on aging...

2013 Plug-In — ABS Pump/Brake Actuator Failure? Looking for Owner Experiences]]> 2 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:46:21 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2013-plug-in-%E2%80%94-abs-pump-brake-actuator-failure-looking-for-owner-experiences.258296/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2013-plug-in-%E2%80%94-abs-pump-brake-actuator-failure-looking-for-owner-experiences.258296/ invalid@example.com (LeeCincy) LeeCincy
Symptoms I’ve experienced:

• Intermittent brake lights staying on
  
  
• Corrosion found on the connections on the brake light connected to pedal
  
  
• Multiple brake/ABS warning lights on the dash
  
  
• Stiff or inconsistent brake pedal feel
  

The shop believes these symptoms often point to a failing ABS pump / brake actuator assembly on aging...

2013 Plug-In — ABS Pump/Brake Actuator Failure? Looking for Owner Experiences]]> Sun, 14 Dec 2025 19:22:53 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/does-anyone-know-of-a-good-prius-repair-shop-in-boston-hybrid-battery-or-rodent-issue.257729/ https://priuschat.com/threads/does-anyone-know-of-a-good-prius-repair-shop-in-boston-hybrid-battery-or-rodent-issue.257729/ invalid@example.com (Henrietta) Henrietta
Does anyone know of a good Prius repair shop in Boston? Hybrid Battery or rodent issue?]]> 5 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 19:15:29 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/12-volt-battery-dead-and-confused-by-so-many-different-perspectives.258210/ https://priuschat.com/threads/12-volt-battery-dead-and-confused-by-so-many-different-perspectives.258210/ invalid@example.com (Tia314) Tia314
2015 Prius Plug-in Advanced.

12v battery dead. Call AAA several times and have gotten different perspectives/ guidance. First guy didn't have battery, told me to take it to Toyota.

Completely dead and can't put into neutral. Secong AAA guy said he would just drag onto flatbed regardless and I said no.

Third AAA guy (all from same company) said they don't replace the batteries because all hybrid batteries have to...

12 volt battery dead and confused by so many different perspectives.]]> 5 Mon, 08 Dec 2025 02:10:25 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/voltage-of-hv-battery-when-fully-charged.258160/ https://priuschat.com/threads/voltage-of-hv-battery-when-fully-charged.258160/ invalid@example.com (ericbecky) ericbecky

What is the voltage of the HV battery pack when it is fully charged from the external plug?

If you have Dr. Prius app, it would be noted in the upper left hand corner.]]> 7 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:37:07 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2013-prius-plug-in-rear-impact-issues.258072/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2013-prius-plug-in-rear-impact-issues.258072/ invalid@example.com (Plugitin2013) Plugitin2013
I accidentally backed my 2013 Prius Plug-In into a fence and had some minor damage. The rear undercarriage is hanging down a bit (pic attached). Is there a way to repair this or do I need to replace?

Bigger issue is now the car won't start. The fob wouldn't unlock the car (I replaced the fob battery but that didn't work) so I had to manually use the key. Start button went orange and interior lights were really dim as well so thought the 12v battery may be dead or dying....

2013 Prius Plug-in Rear Impact Issues]]> 4 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 14:46:42 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/retiring-my-2006-gen-2-looking-to-buy-a-2014-plug-in.257181/ https://priuschat.com/threads/retiring-my-2006-gen-2-looking-to-buy-a-2014-plug-in.257181/ invalid@example.com (Robert Schlitz) Robert Schlitz
thanks for any advice]]> 4 Sun, 23 Nov 2025 19:31:29 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/17x7-5-38-back-space-on-gen3.257960/ https://priuschat.com/threads/17x7-5-38-back-space-on-gen3.257960/ invalid@example.com (Gen3Capybara) Gen3Capybara Rock Forged FF10 17x7.5 38]]> 3 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:55:06 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/prius-2012-plug-in-problem-with-the-electrics.257726/ https://priuschat.com/threads/prius-2012-plug-in-problem-with-the-electrics.257726/ invalid@example.com (GrzanePiwo) GrzanePiwo
1. When I press the buttons on the steering wheel, the wrong ones light up on the screen. For example, if I press the volume up (+) button, the trip button lights up.

2. The City EV and Eco Mode buttons on the center console don't work.

3. The battery status on the upper display (under the windshield) constantly shows one bar, even when fully charged.

The hybrid works properly, consumes low fuel, and is a pleasant...

Prius 2012 plug in - problem with the electrics]]> 15 Fri, 07 Nov 2025 18:43:39 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/prius-plug-in-p1a00-p1a61-p1a64-p1a67-p301a-p314a-p31ab.257628/ https://priuschat.com/threads/prius-plug-in-p1a00-p1a61-p1a64-p1a67-p301a-p314a-p31ab.257628/ invalid@example.com (James Analytic) James Analytic
Throws the Prius Plug In P1A00, P1A61, P1A64, P1A67, P301A, P314A, P31AB and typical three ABS ECU codes I'm used to seeing with the other gens when the HV pack is having issues.

Appears the recall for the fuse was never performed to begin with. Not sure if related or not as I've not found a reference for what codes get triggered in the event fuse goes bad. Still...

Prius Plug In P1A00, P1A61, P1A64, P1A67, P301A, P314A, P31AB]]> 5 Fri, 07 Nov 2025 18:17:24 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/confirm-p-ns-for-2013-pip-brake-actuator-assy-booster-pump-accumulator.253964/ https://priuschat.com/threads/confirm-p-ns-for-2013-pip-brake-actuator-assy-booster-pump-accumulator.253964/ invalid@example.com (davekro) davekro @ChapmanF has noted in several threads on replacing one or both of the 'Brake Actuator Assy' (upper unit) & 'Booster Pump/Accumulator' (lower) units, the names used by online sites for Toyota Dealers and eBay vary confusingly, so you have to go by the part number, and it's picture to know which unit is which. I'd like to confirm the correct P/N's for each and ask a few other related questions.

'Actuator Assy, Brake w/Fluid' (aka Brake Master Cylinder Assy...

Confirm P/N's for "2013" PIP 'Brake Actuator Assy' & 'Booster Pump/Accumulator'?]]> 16 Sun, 02 Nov 2025 19:30:56 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/greentecs-upgraded-45ah-prius-plug-in-battery.257712/ https://priuschat.com/threads/greentecs-upgraded-45ah-prius-plug-in-battery.257712/ invalid@example.com (Proximity4082) Proximity4082
Any other details and thoughts would be helpful either way.]]> 4 Sun, 19 Oct 2025 20:38:45 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/breaking-the-right-rear-quarter-window.257418/ https://priuschat.com/threads/breaking-the-right-rear-quarter-window.257418/ invalid@example.com (Arkay) Arkay I hope someone can give me some advice.

Someone broke the right rear quarter window of my 2013 Plugin Prius and then folded the right rear seat.

I am trying to figure out
1. Which part to use (VIN has DP in the 7th, 8th places). I think it is 62710-47130, but I could be wrong.
2. How do I close it up...

Breaking the Right Rear Quarter window]]> 9 Sat, 18 Oct 2025 19:31:20 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/compare-2012-2015-pips.257289/ https://priuschat.com/threads/compare-2012-2015-pips.257289/ invalid@example.com (Carmen TheWonderDog) Carmen TheWonderDog
So, since I’m far from anything, my latest theory is to do Everything; thus having a back up/work car. Buy the $1k online reconditioned battery (vs $2k new, vs remove original battery, drive 2.5h to a tech to diagnose & repair) & DIY w/ postage paid core...

Compare 2012 - 2015 PiPs?]]> 15