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    100,000 Mile Club

    Thanks Patrick but I've "been there & done (much of) that". No one, not Toyota, not the dealer, not two local high end car stereo shops, have...
    Post by: gbbari, Nov 9, 2014 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    100,000 Mile Club

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    Post by: gbbari, Nov 9, 2014 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    100,000 Mile Club

    2005 Prius with Nav. Ordered November 2004; took delivery March 7, 2005. Have 136,000 miles, all mine. Commute 60 miles per day 3 or 4 days each...
    Post by: gbbari, Nov 9, 2014 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    Any fixes for radio static?

    I have a 2005 Gen II that developed severe hash/static on AM reception about 7 months after I bought it new in March 2005. The static problem...
    Post by: gbbari, Jun 14, 2014 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics
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    Navigation upgrade yes Or no ?

    I have a 2005 Prius with original Nav software which is grossly out of date regarding roads I drive on in the Mid Atlantic area. Am I reading...
    Post by: gbbari, Jul 24, 2011 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics
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    Inverter Coolant Pump takes a dive

    This dealer seems to charge top dollar for everything. Problem is, I am unable to DIY and only other dealer within reasonable range has worse...
    Post by: gbbari, Oct 2, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Inverter Coolant Pump takes a dive

    You are fortunate to get a loaner. My '05 also died on Wednesday at 77K miles - inverter cooling pump failure (had all the classic symptoms: red...
    Post by: gbbari, Sep 24, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Inverter collant pump fails at 70,000 miles,

    My '05 (77K Miles) inverter cooling pump failed Wednesday on the way home. Fortunately I was able to drive it, albeit slowly, without any A/C, and...
    Post by: gbbari, Sep 24, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Attention: If you have a squeaky CHS water pump! New TSB

    My '05 is in the shop right now for a inverter cooling pump replacement (that was scary yesterday when it failed - I made it to the dealer after a...
    Post by: gbbari, Sep 24, 2010 in forum: Toyota Prius Service Bulletins - TSBs
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    Prius Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle FAQ

    Re: Prius Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle (PHV) FAQ No, apparently their technical editing is good. They correctly stated a load rate ("draws") for...
    Post by: gbbari, Jul 21, 2010 in forum: Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News
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    Phones that positively work well with the Prius

    AT&T - Nokia 6085 (standard flip phone) - works OK with my 2005 Prius. Only can transfer one number at a time, though :( -but it's a cheap...
    Post by: gbbari, May 23, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics
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    05 Prius--Nav System CD Update?

    I have a 2005 Prius of which I took delivery in March 2005. The Nav System is the original (says "W41" on the DVD). I have read about loss of...
    Post by: gbbari, May 23, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Should I wait for the 2010 Prius or get one now?

    I'm driving a 2005 Package 6 with 53K miles on it (I put all 53K on myself). I am waiting for some significant technological leap in a future...
    Post by: gbbari, Oct 23, 2008 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    Any New Info on Poor FM Radio Reception?

    Well Shazaam. This may explain why I also experienced reduced AM reception (along with a huge increase in engine / motor noise interference) in...
    Post by: gbbari, Oct 18, 2008 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics
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    Cabin Air Filter and "Cabin Service" (?)

    Statultra...what the heck is a mass airflow sensor and where is it located? I'd take out the PCV valve too except I get the impression it's...
    Post by: gbbari, Feb 8, 2008 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting