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He said nothing, but he typed "Deficient". With either word, you still have to test the DC/DC converter before you can assume that's the cause...
You can disconnect the 12v battery negative lead for a minute to clear the codes.
Looks like at some point when Gen III's go out of warranty, I'll be repairing these too!
As I stated, the Hymotion kit itself is connected to the EV mode button input and makes use of it. It basically "presses" the button for you at...
Yes, sounds like something that would raise the SPCA's hackles, but in order to meet the low emissions requirements, the Prius manages it's...
Maybe it's just me, but I think that having air in the system results in a slightly more "grabby" transition from regen to friction. When I brake...
You can't contend the Prius charging system is inadequate without testing it. What is the voltage at your 12v battery when the car is Ready after...
In fact, when the ICE is cold, it's ECM asks the HV ECU for a catalytic converter warm-up. This is why the Engine usually starts within 7 seconds...
I have repaired over 40 combination meter boards in the Gen II Prius, but none (yet) on the Gen III, but I bet they are repairable. If you are...
The DOD has actually been updating the control system and there have been reported issues, especially in the southern united states. They started...
My guess is overcurrent on the lock actuator. You are on the right track. Contact Steve at Autobeyours.com if you can't find a used one in your...
You replace the whole light unit itself. The LED's are not supposed to fail, but if they do, then they are not meant to be serviceable. If you...
Yes, I was asked to disable it for someone. It was surprisingly easy! I had to reference the diagram though to remember what I did.
FYI: You can unplug this in the winter and bypass it, then in the summer reconnect it and it will still have the programming intact. It will not...
On the Gen 3 if you want to disable the TPMS without any warning lights, disconnect the TMPS ECU and jumper pins 5 and 7 on the connector. You...
Vertex is on the right track, a low 12v system can cause this. It's worth at least having the battery checked, though I wouldn't recommend just...
Lead-acid battery lifetime is a function of how deep the discharge by how long it is kept from recharge, (and the number of these cycles) so the...
I agree, changing the fluid is a good idea. This will also reveal if there really is a fault in the transaxle, as there will be lots of metal on...
In my PHEV, I try to avoid letting my engine warm up at a stop like this. (providing I think I will need the engine later at all!) Instead, I...
I agree, definitely overfilled! If the place is close by, I would go back and raise holy hell and get them to do it right. Overfill can cause...
