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Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by WinterGrayM, Nov 26, 2010.

  1. WinterGrayM

    WinterGrayM New Member

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    Hello, please :welcome: me!

    A new 2010 Prius Winter Gray M. Gen 3 driver.... :cheer2:

    Tonight I've traded In my 2005 Nissan Altima 2.5 S w/ 74,xxx miles for this 123 miles Prius... YAY I'm so excited and releived after my previous car was giving me such a hassle.. It never wanted to alinged right when I took It to the appro. shop that specializes In It. Check engine light comes on and won't go away after two sensors has been replaced and after that the car was just finally becoming a POS :eek:..

    I'm 22 year old, hard of hearing w/ an iphone4. and the bluetooth in the prius is gonna be my greatest advantage of having this car.. I can't wait to go out and about and give it a whirl tomorrow... Pictures will be soon!!!

    Andy
     
    #1 WinterGrayM, Nov 26, 2010
  2. WinterGrayM

    WinterGrayM New Member

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    Oh, BTW.. Any majors tips I should really know about? Thanks!!!
     
    #2 WinterGrayM, Nov 26, 2010
  3. spiderman

    spiderman wretched

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    Welcome! Tip#1: Just drive it!
     
    #3 spiderman, Nov 26, 2010
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  4. geekaren

    geekaren Junior Member

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    Congrats!! Enjoy :) :welcome:
     
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  5. WinterGrayM

    WinterGrayM New Member

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    lol, thanks... So anyways I haven't got through the book yet but what
    Is EV the button beside ECO MODE/PWR MODE. thanks
     
    #5 WinterGrayM, Nov 26, 2010
  6. spiderman

    spiderman wretched

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    Tip #2: read the entire manual front to back.
     
    #6 spiderman, Nov 26, 2010
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  7. macmaster05

    macmaster05 Senor Member

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    Cool. I'm 24. Let's race!
     
    #7 macmaster05, Nov 26, 2010
  8. jdcollins5

    jdcollins5 Senior Member

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    Welcome and congratulations on your new purchase. I love your color choice :)

    Follow Spiderman's two tips first and then come back later with further questions.
     
    #8 jdcollins5, Nov 26, 2010
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  9. red-hot-prius

    red-hot-prius Junior Member

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    Me too! Just a couple of week into the Prius adventure. It's a cult but one I'm happy to enjoy.
     
    #9 red-hot-prius, Nov 26, 2010
  10. WinterGrayM

    WinterGrayM New Member

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    Nah, I'm good. lol. Thanks anyways!
     
    #10 WinterGrayM, Nov 27, 2010
  11. meduel

    meduel New Member

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    Welcome, Enjoy the car!
     
    #11 meduel, Nov 27, 2010
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  12. stream

    stream Senior Member

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    Congrats--enjoy.
     
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  13. blake918

    blake918 Blizzard Brigade #23

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    Congrats! You are going to really love owning a Prius; I know I do!!! :rockon:
     
    #13 blake918, Nov 27, 2010
  14. cycledrum

    cycledrum PSOCSOASP

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    Congrats. As for tips, just be casual on acceleration and braking, and keep the tires inflated to specs or don't be afraid to go a few PSI over. Should have no problem averaging* 50 MPG or more. I have no idea how Consumer Reports gets only 44 average. They must hammer the car constantly.

    * I hate it when car companies hawk conventionals on hwy economy only : 34 MPG. Yeah, right, but only 27 average.
     
    #14 cycledrum, Nov 27, 2010
  15. ETC(SS)

    ETC(SS) The OTHER One Percenter.....

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    Welcome Aboard!

    The best tip I can give you is to read the forum, and use the search function (or just ask...) if you have specific questions.

    Enjoy!!
    Best of luck!
     
    #15 ETC(SS), Nov 27, 2010
  16. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    Congrats!!

    The Knowledge Base section of this site has useful tips (it's found under the Gen II forum for now)
     
    #16 Tideland Prius, Nov 27, 2010
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