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Mendel Leisk
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Mendel Leisk

EGR Fanatic, Male, 73, from Greater Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Viewing thread 2012 prius v wagon problem, Nov 10, 2024 at 6:14 PM
    1. priuslyfe
      priuslyfe
      Thanks for all your assistance in wheel-bearing replacement advice. I couldn't "crimp/indent" the axle-nut. mark was directly downward and I couldn't get enough force to create an indentation. I was going to drive it to move it. Is the viable or does it always point downwards now? How to crimp it as well? I used a small hammer and screwdriver to no avail. Thank You.
      1. Mendel Leisk
        Mendel Leisk
        Try a centre punch and heavier hammer?
        Oct 27, 2024
      2. priuslyfe
        priuslyfe
        I am going to try again. I think I was just too apprehensive about hitting the axle for fear of breaking something.
        Oct 27, 2024
    2. Eric Allen
      Eric Allen
      I have a 2010 prius w 130,000m,and a booster pump running every 10 sec. I plan to change the brake booster/actuator.
      1. Would you advise me to steer clear of BAM Auto.
      2. Can I use techstream and complete bleeding procedures without a scanner?
      3. If I go forward w the Techstream plan what dongle and cord would you recommend I buy?
      4. At some point I would like to buy a scanner. Do you have a recommendation
      1. Mendel Leisk
        Mendel Leisk
        Oct 1, 2024
    3. PopCorkOff
      PopCorkOff
      Mr. Mendel I installed a new master cylinder because changing the booster pump and accumulator did not prevent the pump from running every 14 seconds. Now the new master cylinder emits a chirp [sort of a whoop sound] most of the time when I touch the brake pedal. Have you run into this problem before ? I think the Toyota dealer should exchange it for me.
      1. PopCorkOff
        PopCorkOff
        changing the head gasket did not help ! [smile] That was a separate problem, of course !
        Sep 29, 2024
      2. Mendel Leisk
        Mendel Leisk
        Did dealership install? If DIY’d, that muddies the waters some. May spring for them to do an assessment? I know…
        Sep 29, 2024
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      3. PopCorkOff
        PopCorkOff
        Yes, I did all the work myself; brakes and head gasket. I can feel the vibration in the red brake line. I will try damping it. THANK you for your help. Our retirement village has been built and maintained mainly by Canadian SnowBirds !
        Oct 1, 2024
    4. aswaat
      aswaat
      Mendel you have helped me in the past with my Prius. I need your help again.
      I have 2013 Prius Plug-In with 20k miles on it. after thw replacing thermostat it started gi=ving warning :check hybrid system stop vehicle safe pace" It seems like something happened during the repair caused it. i t was working
      1. Mendel Leisk
        Mendel Leisk
        20k miles?? That's the thermostat right next to the water pump (engine coolant pump)? Did you do a coolant change as well? Not sure: check all connections, and that doesn't work turn anything up get the codes read?
        Sep 23, 2024
    5. Pete44
      Pete44
      Mendel, I've been on here for years and have benefited tremendously from your sage input and generous sharing. Thank you so much for all of your outstanding contributions over these years. Because of you (and others....but I have learned to certainly trust you) I've become quite a decent DYI'er on my 2013 Lexus CT200h.
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    6. mhdriver
      mhdriver
      Wondering if it would help to take the ring off from around the coolant cap, so it doesn't seal? I've read where they say it takes the pressure off the coolant system and gives you more time to avoid damage. You think that's worthwhile?
      1. Mendel Leisk
        Mendel Leisk
        Not sure. I’d post in your thread
        Aug 14, 2024
      2. savinggas
        savinggas
        removing the O-ring off coolant cap greatly reduces the ability of the system to cool the engine because the increased pressure with the seal raises the boiling point of the fluid which is a very good thing. Some remove the ring or just dont tighten the cap in early stages of head gasket failure to prevent the cylinder from filling with fluid after a drive.
        Sep 30, 2024
    7. alanf52
      alanf52
      Hey! I know it's been asked before but there are a million opinions. My 12v battery just died in my 2008 Prius. Do you have any recommendations for a battery or at a minimum can direct me to a specific battery that would work?
      Does Walmarts brand Everstart work and are they reliable?

      Thank you so much!
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      3. alanf52
        alanf52
        The battery was too big.
        Jul 13, 2024
      4. Mendel Leisk
        Mendel Leisk
        I’ve responded to your private message.
        Jul 13, 2024
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      5. PopCorkOff
        PopCorkOff
        I used a $30.00 lawn mower battery in my '05 Prius for at least 3 years. I would have done the same in this 2013 Prius but a friend gave me his used HONDA CRV battery, and when that failed my son shamed me into buying a similar replacement = size 51R or R 51.
        Sep 29, 2024
    8. Dduelin2
      Dduelin2
      I appreciate reading your posts in expectation of inspection and cleaning of the EGR and intact tract. Just to make sure, you are of the opinion that one can remove the two horizontal studs and not replace them after the job is done? Or just the rear one that is so difficult to get at? Thanks.
      1. Mendel Leisk
        Mendel Leisk
        I would only remove the lower cooler stud permanently, since access is so difficult. You also do need to remove both the nut and stud at the EGR valve, temporarily, ditto for the bolt through top bracket of cooler, and the two nuts at rear, connecting to exhaust manifold. Since those two side studs are removed you don’t need to remove the studs at exhaust manifold.
        Jun 10, 2024
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    10. Cheapjeep2
      Cheapjeep2
      Is there a for sale forum here on the Prius Chat, I am not seeing one. Thank you Mendel. Troy
      1. Mendel Leisk
        Mendel Leisk
        Yeah PriusChat Marketplace, near bottom of sites home page.
        Apr 24, 2024
    11. Rideshare Sean
      Rideshare Sean
      Mendel you can probably identify this issue! I have a 2011 Prius and on January 20th of this year, this loud hum noise started http://link.www.ridesharedriver.blog/Prius_hum_noise. That is from a mic on the "Shotgun seat" While I am driving on Interstate 275 in Tampa, FL. The noise is very loud in the car. When I get over to the left or make a left turn the noise goes away. What do you think?



      Thanks,

      Sean
      1. Mendel Leisk
        Mendel Leisk
        Does it change pitch with speed? What’s the miles? Original wheel bearings?

        Maybe start a thread, include above info.
        Mar 23, 2024
      2. Rideshare Sean
        Rideshare Sean
        The pitch does change a little. I think it is the catalytic converter. There are 543,000 miles on the car. The wheel bearings have been replaced twice, There is a detailed maintenance log at my website.

        Sean
        Mar 23, 2024
    12. rjparker
      rjparker
      She said she added sealer as the hg noise was bothering her
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    13. GoodOldBob
      GoodOldBob
      Look, I'll wait a bit. My left shoulder is "fubar" or " comminuted, compacted, 4 part, fracture of the proximal humerus " to be accurate. It will take about 3 months to heal.
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      2. Mendel Leisk
        Mendel Leisk
        Ouch. Yeah that lift with the toes tip was just for down-the-road.
        Jan 24, 2024
      3. Pete44
        Pete44
        I hope your shoulder is healing well and you're slowly gaining full use with no significant pain. I'm an emergency physician and know one of the best shoulder surgeons in the country if you should need one. Often you do not. Aspen Colorado Steadman Clinic, Dr. Jerod Lee. Just in case.
        Aug 30, 2024
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    14. Billy56
      Billy56
      Hi Mendel....this is Bill from Seattle. Do you ever drive south down to my area? I am close to Everett. Would be nice to meet for lunch! I love to talk Prius....you seem pretty knowledgeable. Many years ago I went to a racetrack for a sports car race....I think the track was near Coquitlam or Mission....is that right?
      1. Mendel Leisk
        Mendel Leisk
        Ah just noticed this. I’ve got a passport, but haven’t been across the border in, well, forever. Our kids are the opposite, for trader Joe and gas. Racetrack was taken out long ago; suburban sprawl over grew everything here
        Jan 24, 2024
    15. Racerman15@comcast.net
      [email protected]
      Mendel,
      Any Idea where I can find the layout or specs for placing the side door guard moldings on a Gen 4 standard Prius?
      1. Mendel Leisk
        Mendel Leisk
        Sorry, no. This is a Toyota accessory, a side moulding held on by adhesive? You’ve tried googling?
        Dec 19, 2023
    16. nicoj36
      nicoj36
      Mr Mendel,

      What voltage should my 12v be in? I was checking for codes with OBD the other day and my app said my 12v had 11.8v while it was on the on position checking for codes (pressed on twice) not running/started. Let me know if that's too low.
      1. Mendel Leisk
        Mendel Leisk
        At least 12 volt. I’d be concerned if I saw anything lower than 12.5
        Nov 12, 2023
    17. Hoan
      Hoan
      Can you tell me where the AC amplifier is on a 2020 Prius Prime?
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      2. Mendel Leisk
        Mendel Leisk
        No clue, sorry.
        Sep 18, 2023
    18. pjw3
      pjw3
      You have a 10, would you buy another?
      Would you mind looing at my "What to buy" post in Gen II?
      BC is da best. Spent time in Squamish this winter. Best compliment I got was that I was the most Canadian American the people in the car had met. I blushed, I love that country. Originally from VT. Daughter in on V Island for a while this summer.
      Cheers! Pete
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    20. Saad Yousuf
      Saad Yousuf
      Hi Mendel , sorry to bother you but, I am changing the sway link bars on my car. Part number Toyota 4882047030. Are they in pairs or is it the same part for both left and right ? Or are there different parts for left and right? Thanks for your help.
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    Gender:
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    Birthday:
    Jul 9, 1951 (Age: 73)
    Location:
    Greater Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
    Occupation:
    Draftsman/Checker. Retired...
    Vehicle:
    2010 Prius
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