General discussion regarding the 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, & 2015 3rd Generation Toyota Prius that can't be categorized in the Forums below. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:00:16 +0000 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:00:16 +0000 PriusChat https://priuschat.com/forum/gen-3-prius-main-forum.72/ Fri, 17 Apr 2026 03:39:34 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/should-i-keep-fixing-it.259719/ https://priuschat.com/threads/should-i-keep-fixing-it.259719/ invalid@example.com (douglasjre) douglasjre
Should I keep fixing it?]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:20:16 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/comparison-to-newer-awd-models.259699/ https://priuschat.com/threads/comparison-to-newer-awd-models.259699/ invalid@example.com (bk2049) bk2049 4 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:02:14 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/how-to-remove-the-prius-2012-abs-cylinder-pin.253364/ https://priuschat.com/threads/how-to-remove-the-prius-2012-abs-cylinder-pin.253364/ invalid@example.com (Rashid Aman) Rashid Aman Thanks]]> 7 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:34:26 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/uncomfortable-seats-again.259581/ https://priuschat.com/threads/uncomfortable-seats-again.259581/ invalid@example.com (stokesey) stokesey
Has anyone had success with aftermarkets...

Uncomfortable Seats, Again]]> 10 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:06:20 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/dealer-wants-200-to-program-key-fab.259685/ https://priuschat.com/threads/dealer-wants-200-to-program-key-fab.259685/ invalid@example.com (Stephen Herman) Stephen Herman 3 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:47:19 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/help-prepping-for-sale.259641/ https://priuschat.com/threads/help-prepping-for-sale.259641/ invalid@example.com (Stormwolfe) Stormwolfe
I have a 2010 Prius III, base model. It has the JBL sound system with multi-CD player. Nice car, but I'm ready for something new.

I have a few issues that need addressed before selling or trading this car and would love advice on easiest and least costly fixes (old and on fixed income).

1. Headlamps are awful, dulled and yellowed. I know there are restoration kits. Any recommendations on which is the easiest to use (again, the old thing).
2. Auxiliary audio jack no...

Help Prepping for Sale]]> 12 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:33:16 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/cruise-control-replacement-2011-prius.259654/ https://priuschat.com/threads/cruise-control-replacement-2011-prius.259654/ invalid@example.com (Aboo) Aboo 3 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:46:47 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/confirming-proper-replacement-battery-pack.259287/ https://priuschat.com/threads/confirming-proper-replacement-battery-pack.259287/ invalid@example.com (Irish Rogue) Irish Rogue G9510-76014

Can anyone confirm that's correct (and that the other candidates are wrong: G9510-47060 -or- G9510-76012

Very much appreciate the expertise!]]> 9 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:45:38 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/jdm-swap-now-codes-p0301-p0303-p2195.259510/ https://priuschat.com/threads/jdm-swap-now-codes-p0301-p0303-p2195.259510/ invalid@example.com (Melthias) Melthias
I just installed a JDM engine on a 2012 prius for someone at my church. He is out of town for a few weeks, which is good because I am running into some issues. For background, I have done 4 of these engine swaps in the past few years with no problem.

The old engine had a blown head gasket on Cylinder 1 (scoped with a coolant pressure test at the dealer), and a code for the water pump speed being off. My guess is that the pump was having issues and...

JDM swap, now codes p0301, p0303, p2195]]> 6 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 14:33:33 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/200-000-mile-club.205349/ https://priuschat.com/threads/200-000-mile-club.205349/ invalid@example.com (Raytheeagle) Raytheeagle .

For those that reached 200,000 miles, please post information about your ownership experience.

Some questions to think of...

1) Did you replace the HV battery pack? Do you maintain it?
2) Did you replace the 12v battery?
3) Did you replace the transaxle fluid? How often?
4) Did you replace the brake pads?
5) Your lifetime MPG (if available)?
6) How often do you change your oil? Does your Prius consume oil? What brand /...

200,000 Mile Club]]> 214 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:38:29 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/visual-differences-between-updated-intake-manifold.228282/ https://priuschat.com/threads/visual-differences-between-updated-intake-manifold.228282/ invalid@example.com (Juntuner) Juntuner
I remember reading some where that there was a recall on the plastic intake manifold for the gen 3 Prius as there was a design flaw that caused Oil Vapour to pool below the throttle body and cause Engine Knock

T-SB-0010-12

I have not seen the Updated and improved Intake manifold but I am going to go and buy one today
are there any glaringly obvious changes to the design of the intake manifold that will make it easy for me to spot that I am buy the new and improved intake...

Visual Differences between updated Intake Manifold]]> 119 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:58:12 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/how-to-prevent-the-3rd-gen-prius-headgaskets-failure.233115/ https://priuschat.com/threads/how-to-prevent-the-3rd-gen-prius-headgaskets-failure.233115/ invalid@example.com (Kaptainkid1) Kaptainkid1 Has anyone here got to 200k without any problems with the 3rd Gen Prius?
What preventative maintenance did you do?

I read to avoid blowing headgasket in the 3rd Gen Prius. Owners need to do the following maintenance regularly:
1. Clean the EGR valve and EGR cooler every 60-80k.
2. Change radiator fluid according to toyota maintenance schedule. Every 30k or 3 years.
3. Keep up with oil changes...

How to prevent the 3rd Gen Prius Headgaskets failure!]]> 115 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 03:39:54 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/new-prius-owner.259476/ https://priuschat.com/threads/new-prius-owner.259476/ invalid@example.com (Tosif Sailar) Tosif Sailar
I have recently got my self a prius which I think has a decent spec which consists off

PANROOF
Solar roof
LEATHER seats
Led headlights
And I think auto park

A few niggles I have are the seat belt chime
And knowing which headlights I have and can the bulbs in them be changed.

Usually a bmw guy so I'd know my way around them haha.

A picture or 2 for insight

Many thanks]]> 5 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:57:40 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/replacement-options-for-broken-glass-for-side-mirror-heated.259461/ https://priuschat.com/threads/replacement-options-for-broken-glass-for-side-mirror-heated.259461/ invalid@example.com (M123) M123
First, any way to tell for sure if it's heated? I assume it is, based on the model and year, but not 100% sure. I tried turning on the rear defrost to see if it heated up, but to the touch I can't tell.

Option 1: Buy a Burco glass replacement, not heated, and attach it to the current broken mirror.

Option 2: Buy a Bruco heated replacement, break the broken glass out of there, and...

Replacement options for broken glass for side mirror. Heated?]]> 18 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:19:25 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/old-man-musings-on-a-day-of-prius-repair.259472/ https://priuschat.com/threads/old-man-musings-on-a-day-of-prius-repair.259472/ invalid@example.com (jimolson) jimolson
And this posting is not about my overheating problem. It's about trying to do DIY repairs on vehicles designed by multinational corporations who...

Old Man Musings on a Day of Prius Repair]]> 3 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:20:22 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/blast-from-the-past-revisting-2010.259404/ https://priuschat.com/threads/blast-from-the-past-revisting-2010.259404/ invalid@example.com (john1701a) john1701a
That red 2010 is now just 3 miles shy of 160,000. My...

Blast from the past, revisting 2010.]]> 10 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 22:00:08 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/code-p2102.240682/ https://priuschat.com/threads/code-p2102.240682/ invalid@example.com (Hector fland) Hector fland 2 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 21:02:09 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/prius-2010-wheel-bearing-assembly-oem-or-aftermarket.258975/ https://priuschat.com/threads/prius-2010-wheel-bearing-assembly-oem-or-aftermarket.258975/ invalid@example.com (gatorback) gatorback What is the process used to decide between OEM / Aftermarket?

I was advised that the right rear bearing is noisy and on its way it / needs to be replaced. Given that the vehicle has 93K miles, does it make sense to replace both rear bearings?

IMHO, Quality has to be first consideration, however, sometimes aftermarket is "good enough". This is my first Toyota, so I will defer to the community and hope the senior members i.e. Mendel) that have performed this...

Prius 2010 Wheel Bearing Assembly: OEM or Aftermarket?]]> 9 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:46:32 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/tire-offset-in-a-2010-prius.259419/ https://priuschat.com/threads/tire-offset-in-a-2010-prius.259419/ invalid@example.com (mikeeee) mikeeee 3 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 02:10:22 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/which-dash-cam-do-you-have-and-can-i-use-any-odb-for-parking-mode-also-my-ac-is-no-longer-blowing.259383/ https://priuschat.com/threads/which-dash-cam-do-you-have-and-can-i-use-any-odb-for-parking-mode-also-my-ac-is-no-longer-blowing.259383/ invalid@example.com (Freeze Time) Freeze Time
I want to get a dash cam and reviews state that the Red Tiger F7np is the easiest to install but hardly any reviews or youtube videos show how to install for parking mode. I have read you need to buy a separate kit to hard wire in the fuse box which goes beyond my skill but you can also get an ODB kit that you simply just plug into the ODB. I can do that. My question is, which dash cams do you have and have any of you enabled parking...

Which dash cam do you have and can I use any ODB for parking mode? Also, my AC is no longer blowing]]> 45