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    Prius v (lowercase v for the Prius v wagon) software recall

    I had the update done on my 2012 "v" 3 weeks ago, and after another 1500 miles, I notice no change in my fuel economy.
    Post by: JACoH, Aug 29, 2015 in forum: Prius v Main Forum
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    EGR pipe cleaning

    So, I noticed on youtube, a video showing how to clean the EGR tube on our Gen 3 models. I haven't seen much on this in our forums, but from the...
    Thread by: JACoH, Aug 15, 2015, 7 replies, in forum: Prius v Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Rattles, Rattles Everywhere!

    As mentioned by others, my 2010 liftback was a rattler. My 2012 v wagon is pretty darn quiet, BUT, I have found, depending on what position the...
    Post by: JACoH, Aug 12, 2015 in forum: Prius v Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Prius v software recall

    I received my notice yesterday for my 2012 v2, taking it in this morning for the software update, said to take 1 hour to complete. I will be...
    Post by: JACoH, Aug 7, 2015 in forum: Prius v Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    2012 Prius v (lowercase v) Needs New Engine??

    Phone/Fax [IMG] Phone: 800-331-4331 Fax: 310-468-7814 M-F 5:00 am - 6:00 pm PT Sat 7:00 am - 4:00 pm PT Email [IMG] Before you email us,...
    Post by: JACoH, Aug 6, 2015 in forum: Prius v Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Prius v hood protector

    Excellent, just what I was looking for. I do have a copy of the instructions, which prompted me to see it to understand. Actually looks pretty...
    Post by: JACoH, Aug 6, 2015 in forum: Prius v Accessories and Modifications
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    Prius v hood protector

    Looks to me that the plastic Hood Deflector/Bug Shield for our Prius v wagon is ONLY available from JuicedHybrids.com or as an OEM Toyota Canada...
    Thread by: JACoH, Jul 27, 2015, 3 replies, in forum: Prius v Accessories and Modifications
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    Remove power window panel

    Yes, there is a screw below the rubber pad in the space where your fingers go to close the door. But that grey panel comes off upwards and towards...
    Post by: JACoH, May 23, 2015 in forum: Prius v Main Forum
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    Prius v rear coilovers

    I would check out a tire shop in your area that does suspension work, they would be able to recommend a heavier duty spring setup, which I would...
    Post by: JACoH, Feb 21, 2015 in forum: Prius v Accessories and Modifications
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    Picking up a 2012 v5 on Wednesday. Any "musts" to check?

    Change all the fluids, replace air filter and wiper blades. enjoy the drive.
    Post by: JACoH, Jan 31, 2015 in forum: Prius v Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    26,000 Miles and all four tires are bald

    I have the Bridgestone Turanzas on my 2012 "v", just turned 37,000 miles, rotate every 5,000 miles, look like they have another 20,000 miles left...
    Post by: JACoH, Jan 31, 2015 in forum: Prius v Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Three days with the v. - Questions on HVAC

    Yes, keep the car in ECO mode, the AC does not need to be on unless you are hot, Recirculation mode probably not a good idea, because the windows...
    Post by: JACoH, Jan 31, 2015 in forum: Prius v Main Forum
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    Prius v (lowercase v) Engine knock if not warmed up upon previous ICE start

    I have a 2012 v wagon, it was listed on the TSB recall, was fixed, and have had no issues since. Check with your dealer.
    Post by: JACoH, Jan 24, 2015 in forum: Prius v Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting