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How to tell if a Gen 2 Prius has vehicle stability control?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by MotorisedRollinghams, Nov 10, 2017.

  1. MotorisedRollinghams

    MotorisedRollinghams Junior Member

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    Hello...some time lurker, first time poster. I live in the UK and am looking at getting a Gen 2 Prius. I'm a new driver - this would be my first car - and am pretty safety conscious and would really prefer to get a vehicle that has VSC.
    It seems that at least some Gen 2 vehicles were fitted with VSC here in the UK but it's difficult to tell which. Is there any way I can tell from an inspection of the car or from the stated trim level?

    Any other tips for me are most welcome!
     
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    The vin of the vehicle when applied at Toyota.com will lead to a page that will state all original equipment.
     
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    It will for US vehicles.
    Is there a London in the US? I know of one in Canada and the UK. I doubt the toyota.com US site can help here.
     
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    Not all Gen 2 Prii had vehicle stability control. I specifically ordered option package 9 because it did. I ended up getting a fleet car because I wanted Super White.

    Posted via the PriusChat mobile app.
     
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    Ok, based on the link to another thread Kevin posted, it looks like the foolproof way to tell during a physical inspection is to press the power button twice to bring up all the warning lights. I'll give that a try when I go look at some tomorrow.
     
    #6 MotorisedRollinghams, Nov 11, 2017
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