Normal heating for this 2006 Prius?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by simplifying, Jan 12, 2017.

  1. simplifying

    simplifying Junior Member

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    Bought this lovely used car 6 months ago and I love her! Cools down fast in the summer.

    Winter heating however, is not doing so well. My old car (1996 Mazda Protégé) heated up in the coldest weather within a mile.

    Miss Prius however barely gets there in 3 miles, before she gets lukewarm.

    Is there a problem? Or do I just live with it and wear warmer clothing?

    Thankyou
     
    #1 simplifying, Jan 12, 2017
  2. JimboPalmer

    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    You may wish to have the thermostat tested or replaced.
    amazon.com/Stant-14108-Thermostat-Degrees-Fahrenheit/dp/B000C809F6 $20 with the seal.

    You may wish to consider Grill blocking, with pipe insulation.
    amazon.com/M-D-Building-Products-50150-Insulation/dp/B011D1381C $42 for more than enough.



    Grill blocking is safest if you have a way of measuring the coolant temp. I use a Scanguage 2, but their are cheaper strategies.
    ScanGauge II ODB Scan Tool + Digital Gauges + Trip Computers - PriusChat Shop
     
    #2 JimboPalmer, Jan 12, 2017
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