Mine stays very much around 13.6-7 volts under light load (float state), after the initial bulk charge is over. I keep my battery on a charger, so...
It would be more convenient, long term, to put a ~2K potentiometer right at the head light leveling ECU (wiper goes to SHR), which is on the...
We have seen a number of cases where the dealership did not diagnose the car properly. If possible please list the DTC's that were read. I agree with...
There have been a couple of threads recently with people replacing cells. It is a learning process, and requires a good bit of your time. Although it...
As many have found out, older Prius engines burn oil more quickly. It is necessary to check the dipstick more often at higher mileage.
The inverters don't fail much on their own, so I don't think you will have a problem in that regard. You should replace the transaxle fluid (ATF),...
Geez, another reversed polarity jump! It has all the hallmarks. I just can't understand how it can happen, red and black being easy to tell apart....
While you are on eBay, get an old Windows XP netbook for not much $$, and dedicate it to running the software. Don't worry about software updates and...
Good on you for your perseverance. Thanks for adding to the knowledge base, that will make it easier for DIY's in the future to deal with the...
I agree, those symptoms do look like the HV battery going, not so unusual given the mileage. Have the MPG's changed? Do you notice that the ICE is...
If you lost the whole charge, it is likely that you will need to vacuum the system out, and maybe replace the drier as well, before adding anything...
mini VCI on eBay. Also AutoEnginuity has one. Also the Torque app for Android phones, with a bluetooth CAN bus adaptor.
Another good reason to use the mini VCI for this activity. You can see the individual module resistances all listed, in real time, as the car is...
Yes, good work on your tests. I would not worry about anything just yet, and I bet your terminal nuts are still OK. No one else who has rebuilt their...
The fan motor ends up with sticky or worn brushes. It is possible to free them up, replace the brushes, or replace the motor entirely. Definitely...
I wonder about the ethanol storage problem with the Gen II, as it has a bladder tank and there is much less mixing with air. Maybe that bladder is...
Did you notice that the dashboard was working OK when it happened? A common problem is for the Combination Meter (the speedometer, warning lights,...
There are many instances of people not getting the safety disconnect plug on the battery properly clicked into place. Since you got it together...
OK 170k. I need to pay more attention when it gets late. From what I have read, it depends on what you do with the car, and how you value your...
You could look up Avi's Advanced Automotive in LA, he is a contributor here. If you want a reader, get the "mini VCI" on eBay. The Prius has a dozen...
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