Coastal EV Mod Install - Video

[Kidd]

Originally Posted by bfenenga

I just did this install a couple days ago. The video definitely helped, think I finished in a half hour or so.

Already used it on a rare commute down the freeway. Ended up averaging 95MPG for 10 minutes. Ran the battery down so the engine had to start back up but I got to use it again on the way back.

Really great mod, already told someone in the office I'd install it for her. I'd HIGHLY recommend it.

Oh yeah? Did you get a second date out of the deal?

[dkafrissen]

Just did my mod took ten minutes. I scratched my hand a little. I am really hoping this helps on my short commute. So far I average 38.5 on my first tank, I'd like to break 41 this next tank.

[Gilbert]

you dont need no mod to break 41. my last tank was 52 with like 430miles, no highway driving. this current tank has 50.7 and ive been speeding! and i have no mods, all stock. just dont prees accelerator so hard, and you will be able to get 46+ each tank. if it shows less than 40 in the screen (on flat roads), you are pressing it too hard

[pfmanny]

Hey thanks for the great, great video! although I do have a question?

Question: Why do some people actually have an EV button installed next to there headlight switch lever? what does that button do? I saw what you did with the cruise control is that the same thing? or am I just confused?

Thanks either way but I hope you can take the time to answer my question if you have an answer.

Manny

[priususername]

The EV Button is standard on European and Japanese based prius' I believe. Makes you wonder why its not added on US vehicles...hmm interesting. You can add it as found on this website via sigma automotive,
Sigma Automotive – Toyota Hybrid Prius 2004 - 2009 OEM & JDM auto accessories , but you'll have to confirm it will work on 06 and greater vehicles. some of the cool mods they have are for 04/05. sweet website though for Prius add ons!!

Great VIDEO Thunder re EV Mode!! wow that was easy w/ your help!!

[08Prius]

Originally Posted by ThunderJon

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No, but I will soon :-) I also did a lockpick 3 full video of my first install... which I may post soon.

I'm glad people find the vid useful.

--Thunder

I tried to put in on and i forgot to plug in after every wires installed.After that every single light was on(check engine,vsc....) So i took everything out and plug it back on, Engine run as usual accept the CHECK ENGINE LIGHT still on the dash board. Can you tell me how to reset the check engine light?or is it going to be there still?
I have a friend who works at a mechanic shop and i think he can reset it for me.


Thanks

[tmanson]

This was a really good resource for me. I watched it before I put mine in and I highly recommend it. Thanks to whomever was involved in the making, posting and sticking it.

Tom

[iPracticeYoga]

I am a filmmaker and I just purchased a new Prius. I would love to film someone doing a lockpick 3+ install as well as an ipod mod install as well as other empowering tutorials on a 2008 touring prius. I am happy to post these on youtube. It is so much easier installing after watching you talent guys doing your thing. I am in Southern California and have my own equipment. In fact i am just releasing a film on living a better sustainable life through the practice of yoga. Yoga Movie - Home

[rokibler]

The video helped give me the confidence to do the install myself. I completed it in about 35 minutes (tonight), including a drive around the block to be sure it was working before I completed the reassembly. I'm getting about 55 mpg on my first 600 miles (I've had the car for 14 days).

The electronics have a different form factor than the one in the video.

[iPracticeYoga]

what is the link to the movie.