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  1. ChapmanF replied to the thread The 1980's just called......they want their Garmins back!!!!.

    If the 1990s want theirs back too, they can HAVE mine. It's been useless since the week-number rollover in 2019.

    Aug 21, 2026 at 9:28 AM

  2. ChapmanF replied to the thread Keeps blowing water pumps, 3rd water pump, code p261b.

    There are supposed to be two different mechanical latch features keeping the pins from backing out of that connector: a primary one that...

    Aug 21, 2026 at 9:24 AM

  3. ChapmanF replied to the thread EGR/Intake Manifold Cleaning.

    "Can the MAP sensor sense MAP when there's oil on it?" would be my first question. If I looked at the reading with the engine off and it...

    Aug 21, 2026 at 9:09 AM

  4. ChapmanF replied to the thread EGR/Intake Manifold Cleaning.

    If that happens, then once the valve is reassembled, you should be able to stick your thumbs on the valve plunger and push it closed,...

    Aug 20, 2026 at 11:03 PM

  5. ChapmanF replied to the thread Just need to vent....

    That might be conflating some different things; kinglessness or kingfulness doesn't determine the economic organization. The country...

    Aug 19, 2026 at 11:21 AM

  6. ChapmanF replied to the thread EGR/Intake Manifold Cleaning.

    "Mode 6" is the technical name of a different way the scan tool interacts with a car, where it sends a query that has a value 6...

    Aug 19, 2026 at 11:05 AM

  7. ChapmanF replied to the thread P3193 and P0A0F code.

    To be specific, gen 1 (and gen 0) and gen 2 Prius doesn't have EGR. Later generations do. Still, be careful loosening it, and if...

    Aug 19, 2026 at 10:58 AM

  8. ChapmanF replied to the thread Anyway to update OEM navigation ?.

    They always usta sell updates in some form or other, for some limited amount of time: I was able to buy a 2016 DVD for the DVD-based...

    Aug 19, 2026 at 10:44 AM

  9. ChapmanF replied to the thread 2015 Prius C - P261B code.

    Here's how that linkage works: The engine control module detects that the water pump is not pumping water. Sets the P261B code and...

    Aug 18, 2026 at 1:06 PM

  10. ChapmanF replied to the thread Wise to give all big maintenance done 2011 to someone can't DIY?.

    There are at least two humans in that household, at least one of whom has been accepted to grad school. "Can't DIY" might accurately...

    Aug 18, 2026 at 11:04 AM

  11. ChapmanF replied to the thread Keeps blowing water pumps, 3rd water pump, code p261b.

    I'd be curious whether the three pumps actually got 'blown' or if they'd have worked ok on a bench test before and after and the code is...

    Aug 18, 2026 at 8:50 AM

  12. ChapmanF replied to the thread EGR/Intake Manifold Cleaning.

    If you haven't begun yet, this is the best time to take a 'before' reading of the EGR flow test result and save it for later: EGR flow...

    Aug 17, 2026 at 9:44 AM

  13. ChapmanF replied to the thread 2025 Unplugged Valve Cover Vents??.

    The lever holds that connector in, and helps you unplug/replug it, cover or no.

    Aug 15, 2026

  14. ChapmanF replied to the thread Website down a lot recently for anyone else?.

    Or the site being old is getting broke.

    Aug 15, 2026

  15. ChapmanF replied to the thread 08 Prius Inverter Pump Replaced - Super Loud?.

    (y) Also make sure all the mounting bits are present. As described in #9, there should be metal sleeves inside the rubber grommets, or...

    Aug 15, 2026
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