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The easiest tool is to get a tachometer (such as a Scanguage), and then while driving keep the engine rpm out of the extremes and especially out...
I have a ScanGauge and it can only read normal OBD codes, the same as the code reader at most local auto parts stores. Best is a Mini-VCI cable...
The data out there shows the Prius as one of the most reliable cars: 10 Most Reliable Cars - Consumer Reports Toyota Prius - pg.9 Individually...
Search the forums for exact years, but you'll want the front bar from a junkyard Corolla/Matrix. The rear sway bar on these cars is only slightly...
I'm guessing you have a fair amount of snow on the roads to deal with in your area. The Premiers have better snow/ice handling than the...
A simple thing to try is to disconnect and reconnect the 12V battery. This will reset the ECU and may help it adjust to the new engine parameters...
I believe "Halogen" is referring to the turn, reverse, and/or running lights bulbs. As far as I know, there is no replacement that has an...
I installed a cheap Chinese one off ebay, and it's failing a year later - airbag light is on intermittently (comes on after turning the wheel, but...
Lots of info on the JBL system here: Prius JBL Audio system response, specs, and photos The JBL system has an amplifier underneath the...
There's no other practical way to check oil consumption without using a dipstick. If there's blue smoke coming out of the car, your oil...
These are the best recommendations. Completely agree. The biggest factor in the handling of the car is the tires' ability to make friction with...
Ah, missed that, sorry. I don't think an ECU swap would work as the HSD and engine are different in the gen4 as well. A full drivetrain swap...
I would not expect the lithium ion cells from the Gen 4 eco model to be compatible with a gen 2 or gen 3 Prius, whose ECUs are programmed for...
Love this guy for learning about cars! See this for an explanation about tires: [MEDIA]
Basically it's not possible from an engineering standpoint. Soft compounds grip better in winter but wear rapidly in summer, more tread pattern...
Not nearly as good in the snow. 6.1 rating at Tire Rack versus 8.1 for the True Contacts, also fuel economy is a bit worse I think too, but I...
Gen 3 also has an inch (3cm) higher ground clearance which helps for those dirt roads. I've very gently scrapped my gen 2 several times (no...
Daisy, look at Continental TrueContact tires. They have very good snow and wet handling for an all season while maintaining good fuel economy....
Glad to help! Note that in many states (Colorado for example, can't speak for others), if the check engine light is on for any reason (OBD code...
By the "water coolant valve", do you mean the thermostat? The thermostat keeps water from flowing to the radiator until a certain temperature is...
