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    lost keys..need help

    There *is* a way to reprogram the ECU, I had to get this done, though Toyota does not official support this method. You ship you ECU to places...
    Post by: w4y, Feb 18, 2015 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Rear Wheel Bearing Failure

    I replaced my right rear wheel bearing about 5k miles ago too with Timken. No problems.
    Post by: w4y, Sep 11, 2013 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Planning another 1,000 mile tank

    Bob, have you read through this report a few years ago? Toyota's Prius-I, reaching for the hypermiler in all of us - CleanMPG Forums
    Post by: w4y, Aug 2, 2013 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Driving for efficiency

    Most I've done is ~580 miles, cause I'm too chicken even to let it go down to 1 pip. In the middle of summer when I lived in SoCal, I would...
    Post by: w4y, Jul 1, 2013 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Anyone broke 60mpg?

    I've been able to get > 65 MPG on a full tank, but that was due nearly perfect traffic conditions for a whole week (20-30 MPH average, with...
    Post by: w4y, Sep 5, 2012 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Blue Temp light on when I first start up

    Actually, this one is better suited for the 2001-2003 Prius. http://john1701a.com/prius/documents/Prius_User-Guide_classic.pdf
    Post by: w4y, Aug 21, 2012 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    First-Time Hybrid Owner ('02 Prius)

    My experience is if there are a lot of traffic lights, it's better to cruise at 55-60 on the highway (in the right-most lane). I can usually...
    Post by: w4y, Aug 10, 2012 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Driving without power steering.

    You do know that Toyota has extended the warranty on the rack until 2013, unlimited miles. See if you can get a reimbursement for the...
    Post by: w4y, Dec 3, 2011 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Classic Prius: A decent first car?

    There are three major reliability issues with the Prius Classic. Each would be $2-3k in repairs. 1.) Traction battery - Make sure you get a...
    Post by: w4y, Dec 3, 2011 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Driving without power steering.

    Do you know about the recall? Toyota USA Newsroom | Customer FAQs for Toyota Prius Electric Power Steering (EPS) Pinion Shaft Nut Recall
    Post by: w4y, Dec 2, 2011 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    01 battery failure: keep it or get rid of it? drive it or not?

    Do you have more details?
    Post by: w4y, Jul 8, 2011 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Replace key

    I had this happen to me a couple years ago. There may be someone in your town that has the ability to reprogram your ECU. I got mine done for...
    Post by: w4y, Jun 3, 2011 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Help with main battery replacement on '01 Prius

    That was an improper way of fixing a bad traction battery. They should have replaced the whole thing. I think you have a case with Toyota to...
    Post by: w4y, Dec 30, 2010 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Gen I stealth question

    I think there is a bit of confusion on semantics in this thread. I believe what the OP is meaning to say is "no arrow stealth" or "glide". In...
    Post by: w4y, Oct 21, 2010 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    1998 Prius ORIGINAL brochure!

    I like how the triangle of death is on. Also 31km/l seems a bit ambitious.
    Post by: w4y, Sep 23, 2010 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion