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    Mg1 & mg2 temperature???

    This is from Toshiba, Application Guideline #4 indicated common causes of motor failures, and it was determined that temperature kills motors....
    Post by: Kb2lzh, Jan 29, 2012 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Gen3 Inverter Coolant Temp?

    This is from Toshiba, Application Guideline #4 indicated common causes of motor failures, and it was determined that temperature kills motors....
    Post by: Kb2lzh, Jan 29, 2012 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Mg1 & mg2 temperature???

    Below are NEMA class ratings. Temperature Tolerance Class Maximum Operation Temperature Allowed Allowable Temperature Rise at full load 1.0...
    Post by: Kb2lzh, Jan 29, 2012 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Mg1 & mg2 temperature???

    162 degrees Celsius = 323.6 degrees Fahrenheit. Wow that is way to hot! My MG1 was 204f today at 65 MPH after traveling 75 miles. I am going to...
    Post by: Kb2lzh, Jan 29, 2012 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Gen3 Inverter Coolant Temp?

    My Mg1 after traveling 70 miles at speeds of 65 MPH was at 204 F. I have tried to search to find out what the operating temp should be, but this...
    Post by: Kb2lzh, Jan 29, 2012 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Technical Discussion
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    MG2 rumble / vibration

    I have the same thing with my Prius.
    Post by: Kb2lzh, Jan 6, 2012 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    Open Hose Connection in Engine Compartment.

    I will try and get a picture later today or tomorrow. It is an open connection with nothing attached, and no plug.
    Post by: Kb2lzh, Dec 27, 2011 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    Open Hose Connection in Engine Compartment.

    I looked at this thread first. I don't think it's the same. On mine no hose exist, and it is further back toward the fire wall.
    Post by: Kb2lzh, Dec 26, 2011 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    Open Hose Connection in Engine Compartment.

    I was looking around under the hood and noticed a plastic T with two rubber hoses attached, and one end of the T open with no hose. This is on...
    Thread by: Kb2lzh, Dec 26, 2011, 5 replies, in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    Rough Engine Start? Knocking Noise At Startup? There May Be Hope Yet...

    Check out this video. Gen3 Prius Rough Start - YouTube
    Post by: Kb2lzh, Dec 11, 2011 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    Initial thoughts after 250 miles on my 2011 Prius III

    What wax do you suggest?
    Post by: Kb2lzh, Dec 4, 2011 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Initial thoughts after 250 miles on my 2011 Prius III

    My new black 2011 with 700 miles has small scratches in the clear coat, it is driving me crazy. I have owned black in the past without having...
    Post by: Kb2lzh, Dec 4, 2011 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    rattle from driver side dash

    When the ICE is running there is a high pitched rattle almost like a loose exhaust manifold heat shield noise. It can only be heard outside the...
    Post by: Kb2lzh, Dec 3, 2011 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    2011 prius = the rattle machine

    When the ICE is running there is a high pitched rattle almost like a loose exhaust manifold heat shield noise. It can only be heard outside the...
    Post by: Kb2lzh, Dec 3, 2011 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications