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    Where to get error codes read? Red Triangle, (!), check engine

    So... my intention is to run this car another three or so years. Put the warrantied fuel tank in? The salvage place said that the one had has been...
    Post by: Syl, Nov 30, 2018 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Where to get error codes read? Red Triangle, (!), check engine

    Chap, there appear to be TWO right near me from Planit Salvage in Ballston Spa, NY. It says they're both Grade A. Wow. I'll be calling them in the...
    Post by: Syl, Nov 29, 2018 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Where to get error codes read? Red Triangle, (!), check engine

    I was thinking the salvage yard would definitely be the way to go. It's an older car. This doesn't need to last forever. Do you know if any Gen-2...
    Post by: Syl, Nov 29, 2018 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Where to get error codes read? Red Triangle, (!), check engine

    I've ****NEVER**** had a problem with it. I've let it go to flash for 10+ years, and it's been a non-issue. I have only ONCE run out of fuel in...
    Post by: Syl, Nov 29, 2018 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Where to get error codes read? Red Triangle, (!), check engine

    SURPRISE!!! Fuel sensor failure. According to them, my battery is testing fine at this point. They added fuel, and it was ok. But if the fuel...
    Post by: Syl, Nov 29, 2018 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Where to get error codes read? Red Triangle, (!), check engine

    Perhaps. We'll have to see! I don't have a way to establish that there aren't any other sinks or leakages, or to test that it's even charging....
    Post by: Syl, Nov 26, 2018 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Where to get error codes read? Red Triangle, (!), check engine

    Good question. Evidently it's something that occurs when the 12v battery is so drained that the sensor cannot ascertain whether the brake is fully...
    Post by: Syl, Nov 26, 2018 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    service manual/repair manual

    Huh. I have a full 3000+ page Repair Manual PDF for my 2005. I don't remember where I found it, but...
    Post by: Syl, Nov 25, 2018 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Where to get error codes read? Red Triangle, (!), check engine

    Having checked a number of threads, my sense is it's the 12v not properly connected. My second hunch would be a problem with the hybrid battery....
    Post by: Syl, Nov 25, 2018 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Where to get error codes read? Red Triangle, (!), check engine

    Yes, that's brand new with the strange dash lights. At last drive, it was more than 1/2 tank and I've never had issues with my fuel gauge.
    Post by: Syl, Nov 25, 2018 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Where to get error codes read? Red Triangle, (!), check engine

    Reviewing my options....Will the ScanGauge II offer the same code readings as the OBD2 readers like the Kiwi 3, VeePeek BLE with the apps OBD...
    Post by: Syl, Nov 25, 2018 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Where to get error codes read? Red Triangle, (!), check engine

    Thanks bisco!! It's got 166k on it, with 99k having been my miles in the last 10+ years. I have been searching for the iOS apps and OBD-II...
    Post by: Syl, Nov 25, 2018 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Where to get error codes read? Red Triangle, (!), check engine

    My 2005 prius has been throwing dash lights and having starting (and also turning on on acc-mode, and not powering off, requiring a computer...
    Thread by: Syl, Nov 25, 2018, 25 replies, in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Looking for Upstate Members

    I have a 2005 with 165k miles (had since 2008, bought at 67k miles). I'm in Troy and need access to a Techstream due to strange starting issues in...
    Post by: Syl, Nov 25, 2018 in forum: Local Prius Club Main Forum