'04/'05 OEM EV button won't fit '06!!

[efusco]

It was brought to my attention, on another forum, that the OEM EV button that fit the '04/'05 Prius will not fit in the spot on the '06. Apparently there are now 3 slots where there were previously 2 and they are shorter than the '04/'05.

Also, I'm still waiting to hear from some willing soul who's tried to just add a temporary pin to the ECU to test for EV functionality in the '06.

We're also waiting for more info from our EU brethren and some access to the EU repair manual and wiring diagrams to check on any other changes.

At this point I have no reason to think that there will be a problem implementing EV mode in the '06, but this is by no means a certainty. But we'll need to wait for Sigma Automotive or some other Japanese importer to get the '06 EV button before you're going to be able to implement the OEM install.

[Tideland Prius]

Interesting news. Thanks doc!

[IMHYBRID]

I was considering an EV for my 04 and my new 06. I was considering the coastal any thoughts?

[efusco]

Originally posted by IMHYBRID@Jan 2 2006, 10:59 AM
I was considering an EV for my 04 and my new 06. I was considering the coastal any thoughts?

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It's a good "invisible" install. Will, of course, work on the '04. We still need a guinea pig for the '06 to be sure it will work on that.

[Technogeek]

Oh no!! I just ordered the OEM EV button from Sigma yesterday. My 2006 Prius should arrive next week. I was planning to install the button with the dimmer-light and everything. But now that we know the 2005 button will not physically fit into the slot of a 2006, I guess I will have to try the Coastal mod instead. I just received notification that my Coastal EV kit has shipped (ordered yesterday too), so I will let you know how it goes when both my car and EV kit arrive.

[TheForce]

I got my EV button Dec. 25th. Got my car today Jan. 2nd. Anyone want to buy a new never used EV button and harness?

[TonyPSchaefer]

Geek and Force, you might want to head on over to the Private Sales forum and post your buttons for sale. At the upcoming Chicagoland meetup I will be installing in to my '04. A few people are coming because they are considering one for themselves. I'll tell anyone serious to PM you two.

[TheForce]

Well if no one has confirmed that the EV mode works in the 06 yet I think I will give it a shot today weather permitting. After I give her her first fill up i'll drive her home, start hacking away and post with my results. Whish me luck.

[Alrobot]

how much for the EV Button and harness. I have the Coastal mod not installed, think I might like the EV Button instead.

Al...
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[Tom_06]

Originally posted by theforce@Jan 9 2006, 01:09 PM
Well if no one has confirmed that the EV mode works in the 06 yet I think I will give it a shot today weather permitting. After I give her her first fill up i'll drive her home, start hacking away and post with my results. Whish me luck.

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I put the Coastal module in my 2006 last week. It works fine. I can drive home from the local store via residential streets using about 3 bars on the energy display over just under a mile.

I can also verify the Coastal power outlet mod, the Coastal door lock mod, the Canadian mud flaps and the block heater also all work fine on the 2006.

- Tom