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    Battery Reconditioning Failure

    Log the module voltages during a full throttle acceleration, from a dead stop. A good battery will deliver appx 150 amps. Any weak modules will...
    Post by: Albert Barbuto, Aug 1, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    New auxiliary battery: how long do I need to drive it? (2005)

    (1) Install a fully charged battery, or purchase a battery charger/maintainer, and charge it yourself. Will take 5-6 hours to fully charge. (2)...
    Post by: Albert Barbuto, Jul 16, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    License plate screw(s) broken off

    When I picked up my Prius, one bolt was broken off. I drilled through the broken bolt, and tapped new threads. Fast & easy...
    Post by: Albert Barbuto, Jul 7, 2023 in forum: Prius v Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    How do you stop a Mouse from getting into the 'cabin filter' area

    https://priuschat.com/search/395012959/?q=keep+mice+out&o=relevance
    Post by: Albert Barbuto, Mar 10, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    Gen 4 modules for Gen 2 pack

    September 2020 I replaced the pack with Gen 4 modules from a 2019 wreck. The only difference I could see was that the vent tube assembly in the...
    Post by: Albert Barbuto, Jan 25, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Load tester for individual modules?

    A healthy battery will produce around 150 amps, during a full throttle acceleration from a dead stop. Torque Pro screenshot showing 146 amps for...
    Post by: Albert Barbuto, Jan 15, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    2017 Prius Prime with $15,000 rodent damage!?!

    Yes, mice are attracted to organic materials in our vehicles, however, real food is a MUCH bigger draw. The link below will solve ALL your mice...
    Post by: Albert Barbuto, Jan 11, 2023 in forum: Prime Main Forum (2017-2022)
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    Refurbed battery, now won't start.

    :)[ATTACH]
    Post by: Albert Barbuto, Jan 8, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Gen 2 Traction Battery ECU board connector replacement

    I do not have a bad ecu board. I do have a bad Samsung tv board on hand. I easily removed three pins from the plug/socket. They pulled right...
    Post by: Albert Barbuto, Dec 6, 2022 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Gen 2 Traction Battery ECU board connector replacement

    Most of the pins look to be in perfect condition. I would replace just the burnt/corroded pins. It will be faster than replacing the entire plug....
    Post by: Albert Barbuto, Dec 6, 2022 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    My Hybrid battery was serviced recently, how do I know if the battery is new or how healthy it is?

    Gen 4 modules are a perfect fit also. Speak from experience... :)
    Post by: Albert Barbuto, Dec 4, 2022 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    Rats--ways to block

    Mice are a real pain in the butt. Solve this problem easily: Keep mice out. Easy diy... (before they get in) | PriusChat
    Post by: Albert Barbuto, Nov 29, 2022 in forum: Prius v Main Forum
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    More on Mice... Prius Prime

    I owned my Prius about a year, before I noticed mouse activity in the rear, spare tire area of the car. I no longer have any problems with mice....
    Post by: Albert Barbuto, Nov 29, 2022 in forum: Prime Main Forum (2017-2022)
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    Fog Lamps Are Useless

    Yes, the fog lamp assembly/design IS useless. I've never seen such a pitiful amount of light coming from an assembly. I replaced the entire...
    Post by: Albert Barbuto, Nov 29, 2022 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Traction Battery Replacement Experience

    Another option: Gen 4 modules from a wreck. I purchased a two year old pack, and switched over the modules. Cost was $1000.
    Post by: Albert Barbuto, Nov 26, 2022 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting