Emergency Shut-downf?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Swingshiftworker, Oct 18, 2009.

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  1. Swingshiftworker

    Swingshiftworker Junior Member

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    I just read the following article about Toyota's runaway car problems and the article mentions a procedure to turn off a Lexus with a power button (I assume like a Prius), which requires the button to be held down for 3 seconds to shut down the engine (& electronics).

    See: http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-toyota-recall18-2009oct18,0,739395.story?page=1

    I haven't searched the forums or checked the manual yet, but does anyone know off-hand whether this emergency procedure applies to a Prius too or not? Please advise. Thanks!
     
    #1 Swingshiftworker, Oct 18, 2009
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    efusco Moderator Emeritus
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    Next time, please do search before you ask...there are already several threads that cover this topic ad nauseum.
    Yes, it's the same.
     
    #2 efusco, Oct 18, 2009
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