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    No warning sound from Prius when headlight left on

    As mentioned above, if the engine is running and the lights are on, the lights will go off shortly after you turn off the engine. If the lights...
    Post by: Barbara R, Sep 6, 2016 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    PG&E TOU Customers: E-6 Closing, E-7 Disappearing March 1

    I've asked them to do similar calculations for me and they haven't done so. I think I'll try again.
    Post by: Barbara R, Feb 11, 2016 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    PG&E TOU Customers: E-6 Closing, E-7 Disappearing March 1

    I think I'm on E-6, need to check. But I don't even see it on the spreadsheet, just in the tariff sheet. Everything is so opaque with PG&E!
    Post by: Barbara R, Feb 10, 2016 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Newbie Question: EV & HV Modes

    Car can recharge while going downhill, braking, etc, and then EV mode can re-engage, I'm pretty sure.
    Post by: Barbara R, Jan 9, 2016 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Front defroster

    You may or may not consider this relevant, but I have found that defrosting the front window usually just takes a moment or two, so there...
    Post by: Barbara R, Sep 14, 2015 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Power Mode - How do you use it

    I always have it on when I'm on the freeway or anywhere traffic is moving steadily and quickly, to be ready for any sudden maneuvers I might need...
    Post by: Barbara R, Aug 16, 2015 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Will my car start after 10 days parked?

    I recall the main recommendation being to turn off "smart" entry feature so it isn't constantly looking for a nearby fob. We parked our car for a...
    Post by: Barbara R, Aug 11, 2015 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Just saying hello

    Maybe this is what you meant, but to clarify, PIP qualifies you to ride in HOV lane with zero passengers, assuming you have the HOV sticker....
    Post by: Barbara R, Aug 9, 2015 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Just saying hello

    Sorry I'm still unclear. Maybe I'm missing something. For me, all FasTrak does is deduct money when I go over a bridge. Yes the PIP saves me loads...
    Post by: Barbara R, Aug 8, 2015 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Just saying hello

    How does it save on FasTrak costs? We can't go through free like the all-electric cars. But I agree the car is great! -- Barbara
    Post by: Barbara R, Aug 8, 2015 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Gaming the system: record EV range!

    This is very interesting but sounds like way too much work for me! :LOL: And also a constant distraction, looking at the display and your speed,...
    Post by: Barbara R, Jul 28, 2015 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    [SOLVED] HELP, locked keys in car right now!!

    If you locked your keys in your car, I'm pretty sure that means you pressed a button on the fob to lock it. The car won't let you lock the keys in...
    Post by: Barbara R, Jul 9, 2015 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    New, and loving it

    You can't lock the key in the car. a small keyboard using big thumbs
    Post by: Barbara R, Jun 29, 2015 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    2014 Prius Plug-In VS 2013 Prius FOUR

    BTW you can use any regular 120v outlet to charge the PIP as long as nothing else is drawing lots of juice from it. --Barbara
    Post by: Barbara R, Jun 26, 2015 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    EV Driving Ratio display

    Well it looks like you are running in EV mode only 1% of the time. I'm thinking you do mostly lots of long trips and lots of miles between...
    Post by: Barbara R, Jun 4, 2015 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015