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    Approximate Cost for 30k Maint?

    I have a Prius III with Solar roof option. Anyone know why the list says to clean the cabin filter for solar ventilation system rather than...
    Post by: chota, Feb 12, 2014 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    Warning for buyers

    I agree, Nav is pathetic, and to top it off a few months after buying my car Toyota sent me a letter saying the have an upgrade to the Nav...
    Post by: chota, Mar 9, 2013 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Engine Knocking/Shaking During Startup on 2012 Prius

    Almost done with the cars first winter (13k mi) and I have yet to experience the issue again? I may try the higher octane gas but have been using...
    Post by: chota, Mar 9, 2013 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    Engine Knocking/Shaking During Startup on 2012 Prius

    It just happened to me for the first time yesterday. I have about 6k miles and started the car to back out of my garage. As soon as the ICE came...
    Post by: chota, Oct 1, 2012 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    High pitched sound normal?

    I'm taking mine in to the dealer for my 5k miles checkup, will have them check the sound as well. Mine it louder with the ICE running, not sure if...
    Post by: chota, Jul 28, 2012 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    High pitched sound normal?

    Seems like we have the same sound, mine comes while moving and is louder when I brake or accelerate. It seems to be louder with the ICE on than...
    Post by: chota, Jun 12, 2012 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    High pitched sound normal?

    Mine doesn't come at a complete stop unless I put the parking brake on and put the car in Drive (i.e. power going to the wheels). When it's in...
    Post by: chota, Jun 10, 2012 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    High pitched sound normal?

    The rattling in your Youtube is not what I have. Mine is the high pitch whine noise that you hear with the windows down at low speeds (no wind...
    Post by: chota, Jun 10, 2012 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    High pitched sound normal?

    Now that I've had more time to study where it's coming from I think it's the PSD. It changes pitch as the gas pedal is pressed and when the brake...
    Post by: chota, Jun 4, 2012 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    Whistle Noise While driving

    Now I"m hearing it more, it seems to be louder when the ICE comes on and I press the gas pedal to accelerate. Although it's around even in EV mode...
    Post by: chota, Jun 3, 2012 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Energy Monitor

    Just read that it is possible, the ICE provide power to the motor at times so no battery is needed. Ingenious Toyota design!
    Post by: chota, May 31, 2012 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Energy Monitor

    Is it normal for the Prius energy monitor to be showing that the ICE and motor are driving the wheels without any battery power? How can the motor...
    Thread by: chota, May 30, 2012, 4 replies, in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    High pitched sound normal?

    Thanks, I may need this! mine just started making the high pitched sound from the inverter after I pressed the gas pedal with the parking brake on...
    Post by: chota, May 26, 2012 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    Whistle Noise While driving

    It's not a wind noise, When I press the accelerator at low speeds I hear it. Otherwise it's not loud enough with my windows up. If I let up on the...
    Post by: chota, May 23, 2012 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Technical Discussion