Start here! Back to basics....

we have that over in the pip section, no one reads it. and even when you point them to it, they say, why can't you just answer my question.

 

Excellent idea since most of these topics have been thoroughly discussed. As bisco points out for some reason when one of these problems is seen by another member for the first time, they seem to think that their problem is in some way unique and special so they start their own thread.

 

on the other hand, it could make priuschat a very lonely place...

 

What you don't see are all the people who do read it and then don't ask their questions, or ask their questions in the appropriate already existent threads.

Have a pancake.

Good start Faz.
In my opinion, a Mini VCI is not absolutely necessary.
You should have more detailed descriptions, or, preferably, links to good threads or other detailed instructions.

Just off the top of my head:
Doesn't shift into D or R - check brake pedal switch
Brakes grind and rotors are rusty - shift to neutral while braking a few times
Gasoline engine quits immediately or up to several days after oil change - check for overfilled motor oil
Smart-key doesn't work - check smart-key button under steering column
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...there is a long sticky thread on known Gen2 issues and solutions...of course it is not concise.
If someone wants to update and summarize, that could be handy.
For example, I wrote a summary of CARB Warranty Ins and Outs...well it doesn't get much traffic but there it is

In my opinion HV battery issues is one top "draw" for Gen2 readers.

 

I can see the utility of some sticky threads, but remember....all things Prius can also be learned by reading the manual.
IMHO the object of a forum is to discuss things.

Providing people with a one-stop-shop for simple answers (i.e. resetting the service reminder) might be helpful but in the end you're still going to have people asking the questions....

....and I hope that people on this forum will continue to take time to provide the answers.