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The HF torque wrenches are garbage. The handle gets stuck when you try to set the torque value. Since it has a lifetime warranty, I exchanged it...
Cross-rotating the tires is also important for even wear. Although it isn't directly applicable to the Prius, a tire rotation is an opportunity...
And debunks the myth that hybrids are only useful for city driving. The test clearly shows that the Prius achieves nearly the same fuel economy...
The first generation Prius is not as reliable as the second generation model. If I was purchasing an used Prius, I would not even consider the...
I've never seen PP 0w-20 at Walmart.
The 2010+ Prius REQUIRES 0w-20 synthetic oil, so oil changes will now cost about $40 in parts alone. That is, 5 quarts of Mobil 1 0w-20 @ $6.99/qt...
Any update?
I doubt it, as shops use a SPX/RobinAir machine (or equivalent) and those machines will only allow you to load refrigerant from a bulk container....
True. I just recharged the A/C system on one of my cars for the first time in 14 years. This particular system held 1.5 lbs and after 14 years, it...
During a routine A/C EVAC, vacuum and recharge, you usually do not need to do an oil inject. I just recharged the A/C in one of my cars two weeks...
+1 Very, very few cars on the road today received an early first oil change. Yet, engine problems due to excessive wear are extremely uncommon....
Good point, I hadn't thought of that. The steering wheel seemed like it was up all the way but I didn't check. In that case, I'll withhold...
I should have been more clear. I last rented a 2008 Prius about a month ago. Altogether, if you add up the number of times that I have rented the...
It was a rental and the tires felt a bit underinflated, so I didn't want to test my luck.
It's actually 55, but I usually drive on the right lane with the Prius since the car does not handle well enough for the left lane.
I've driven a 08 Prius between Santa Cruz and San Jose many times and I usually average about 48 mpg if I drive responsibly. This is on a rental...
CDI makes the Snap-On Torque Wrenches. You can purchase CDI torque wrenches for about $125 online. Precision Instruments also makes good torque...
Yup, Dianne can help you out. Send her an e-mail.
As background, I've driven a number of 2008 Prius rentals, but this was my first experience with a 2010. Since there have been many reviews of...
I've driven many 2008 Prius rentals and today I test drove a 2010 Prius II. With the A/C running and four people in the car, the Prius II seemed...
