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Parking Brake (?) Noises On Start-Up

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion' started by txtabby, Nov 20, 2009.

  1. txtabby

    txtabby 2011 Prius 4

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    Every time I start up my 07 Prius, I do this in order:
    1. Brake peddle pushed in,
    2. Push 'Start' button,
    3. Release parking brake,
    4. Shift into gear & go.

    I'm pretty sure when I release the p. brake I get this really strange noise. Like a chirping (maybe 3-4 times), but kind of matches a sound when you shut down the car. I had the parking brake adjusted a while back and it when away, then it started up again, little by little, until it's very noticeable. I had the dealer look at it just before the warranty ran out, but of course it didn't (hardly) make the sound. Maybe just a 1/4 sec sound, just once and he didn't hear it :( go figure!

    Anyone know what this could be? Maybe I should do a sound bite with my camera.. lol
     
  2. firepa63

    firepa63 Former Prius Owner

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  3. txtabby

    txtabby 2011 Prius 4

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    I think it is, thanks!!