I really wish the dealer told/showed me...(post your wishes)

[penbed]

Ditto the hidden spaces-I keep finding new nooks and crannies.

My salesman went on my test drive and explained many, but not all Prius details.
Dealer has Prius owners workshops every month.
Prius Chat is still the boss tho.

[chrisspaulding]

Originally Posted by efusco

Ask them to show you both where the 12v battery is and how it's accessed as well as where the jump points are and how to access them (opening the fuse box lid isn't that intuitive).

How to turn off and on the SKS (under the steering wheel).

How to program the NAV, set up the BT (bring your phone and let them do it for you), and the Homelink. None are hard but it's nice to see someone work them once before you have to do it yourself.

Where to store the Toneau cover, where the spare tire and tools are and what the straps in the back are for.

How to program for the SKS to unlock all the doors (if that's how you want it).

How to get the AC on the 'vent' setting (I'll bet they won't know--come back here if they don't).

How to turn the MFD back on after you've turned it off!

That's all I can think of at the moment...nothing you can't figure out on your own, but a quick start is always nice.

Your assuming the salespeople know these things!
I knew 1 bazillion times more than mine did, and I was a Prii rookie, and he said he "poured himself into the Prius" to learn all about it.

I guess it's not practical, but wouldn't it be nice if salespeople could earn car certifications to prove they are knowledgeable on your new ride.

Salespeople should tell clients more about Prii features, warranty restrictions, retailers w/ Prii accessories above and beyond the dealership items for sale, and PC!

[Turbogizzmo]

My sales guy did pretty good. Showed where the spare tire is, showed me the hook you screw in to pull the car out of the ditch, sat in the passenger seat for a good 15-20 mins going over all the features mine has. Says some days he has to spend all day showing someone how to use the car.

Just wish I didnt get taken on the warranty but that wasnt the sales guy and it should now be resolved.

[BDDave]

We purchased our 08 Prius at Toyota of Des Moines in Des Moines, Iowa and they were great. After the paper work was finihsed, they spent 1/2 hour + going over every thing about the car with no rush and time to ask all questions. This in addition to us going through the owners manual gave us a great knowledge of the car and its features. This is done will all new and certified used cars, not just the Prius. I would expect Toyota thinks all dealers are doing this but I guess not.

[OrlandoGuy]

Something I still can't figure out...

In the back, under the carpet as part of the tray that holds the tools...on the left hand side there is a long thin metal thing with a hook type thing at one end. I must have missed it in the manual...but does anyone know what that is for??

Thanks

[snowdog650]

Originally Posted by OrlandoGuy

Something I still can't figure out...

In the back, under the carpet as part of the tray that holds the tools...on the left hand side there is a long thin metal thing with a hook type thing at one end. I must have missed it in the manual...but does anyone know what that is for??

Thanks

It is used to prop up the cover over your "hidden" are in the trunk (boot). Fold the section back until it's nearly touching the back seat, and pull up your metal hook ... and now you can dig around back there hands-free.

Think of it as a similar device to the rod that holds your hood (bonnet) open.

[Ron C]

Our salesperson did a pretty good job, but we have bought other cars from her. She spent a good 30 to 40 min. going through things, I could tell she wasn't as knowledgeable about the car as others that they sell.

The most important thing she told us was to READ THE MANUAL! The dealer can't tell you everything and it is your responsibility to take the initiative and time to read the manual and get to know and understand your car.

[OrlandoGuy]

Originally Posted by snowdog650

It is used to prop up the cover over your "hidden" are in the trunk (boot). Fold the section back until it's nearly touching the back seat, and pull up your metal hook ... and now you can dig around back there hands-free.

Think of it as a similar device to the rod that holds your hood (bonnet) open.

WOW, what a great idea!! The funny thing is that I was thinking it needed exactly that as I was trying to hold up the lid while looking at that.

Thanks

[NorCal Rusty]

How about... you can't get the key fod out of the car's key fod holder while the car is on.

[minkforce1]

i wish he would have told me the fuel gauge sucks