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    120,000 mile service and maintenance questions

    Greetings, I hope you all had an enjoyable Memorial Day weekend. I am coming up on 120k miles before the end of the year (put 7,500 on my used...
    Thread by: PHEVisthefuture, May 25, 2026 at 8:48 PM, 0 replies, in forum: Prime Main Forum (2017-2022)
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    Pedal comander vs Pedal monster

    Yes, the Outback was really getting to WOT by 45-50% of the pedal, confirmed with an OBDII reader and the commanded throttle vs. actual throttle...
    Post by: PHEVisthefuture, May 25, 2026 at 8:32 PM in forum: Gen 4 Prius Accessories and Modifications
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    Gen4 no power- how can you put in neutral?

    @ChapmanF, The tow was approximately 1 hour, but ended up being 2 hours because of inclement weather and the tow truck driver being unsure why...
    Post by: PHEVisthefuture, May 25, 2026 at 8:29 PM in forum: Prime Technical Discussion
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    Pedal comander vs Pedal monster

    I've driven a variety of interesting cars, some beaters (1980 Toyota pickup, manual) to 400+HP (current C6 Vette). When I drive them...
    Post by: PHEVisthefuture, May 25, 2026 at 12:03 PM in forum: Gen 4 Prius Accessories and Modifications
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    Gen4 no power- how can you put in neutral?

    I know this is an old thread, but DO NOT ever tow an eCVT transaxle-based car with the front wheels on the ground, even if the tow truck driver...
    Post by: PHEVisthefuture, May 25, 2026 at 11:47 AM in forum: Prime Technical Discussion
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    Transmission Fluid Service Necessary?

    Thank you, I'll plan to give this a try when I hit close to 120k miles. I've had no issues with DIY oil and transmission fluid changes ever, but...
    Post by: PHEVisthefuture, May 25, 2026 at 11:42 AM in forum: Gen 4 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Throttle controller for Gen3 Prius

    Not a scam. You can map the throttle to any setting that suits your liking, more aggressive for an easier tip-in (even more aggressive than the...
    Post by: PHEVisthefuture, May 25, 2026 at 11:31 AM in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Pedal comander vs Pedal monster

    As an owner of these (often labeled as "scam") items, they actually do make a difference. For example, the throttle on a stock F-150 is so touchy...
    Post by: PHEVisthefuture, May 25, 2026 at 11:29 AM in forum: Gen 4 Prius Accessories and Modifications
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    Might be time for new 12v battery for 2020 Prime?

    Trickle chargers are always a good idea for those with older 12V batteries. I don't have one, and my Prime's battery is original (date code 2017...
    Post by: PHEVisthefuture, May 25, 2026 at 9:20 AM in forum: Prime Main Forum (2017-2022)
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    Pack lifetime, NiMH vs. Lithium?

    My Gen 4 Prime has the 8.8kWh lithium battery and so far, I can still get 25 miles if I keep the speed under 55MPH, and no signs of battery...
    Post by: PHEVisthefuture, May 25, 2026 at 9:18 AM in forum: Gen 4 Prius Technical Discussion
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    2021 Prius Prime XLE Non-JBL Speaker Upgrade TIPS and OBSERVATIONS

    This is an amazing post, OP, I'd be delighted to learn more. If you just replace the front door speakers and leave the rear doors as-is (and the...
    Post by: PHEVisthefuture, May 25, 2026 at 9:13 AM in forum: Prime Audio, Electronics, and Infotainment
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    What is the best 0w- 16 motor oil for 2019 prius?

    I've always gotten better fuel economy with Mobil 1, even when compared to "botique" oils like Amsoil which is much more $$$. Mobil 1 seems to be...
    Post by: PHEVisthefuture, May 25, 2026 at 9:01 AM in forum: Gen 4 Prius Main Forum
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    Accidentally left one of the reading (dome) lights on overnight. Now car won’t switch into EV mode

    Every time I've had this happen I just charge the 12V battery overnight with a battery tender (4.0A) and all is fine, even on a new battery that I...
    Post by: PHEVisthefuture, May 25, 2026 at 8:59 AM in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Replace only the speakers?

    Does anyone have experience replacing the neodymium door woofers with just something like this: C 165 - Hertz car audio systems | The Sound...
    Post by: PHEVisthefuture, May 25, 2026 at 8:57 AM in forum: Gen 4 Prius Audio and Electronics