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rjparker replied to the thread Kinda an odd problem about my 12V battery-cables.
They were wrong.
Feb 5, 2026 at 12:37 PM -
rjparker attached a file to the thread Brake Indicator Lights are On.
First having a dealer change both parts is easy and comes with a guarantee. For many that is worth an upcharge of 100% on parts and 50%...
Feb 5, 2026 at 12:07 PM
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rjparker replied to the thread Head Gasket Replacement Shop Recommendations- San Francisco Bay Area.
195-205f is normal. when it cools from there it is because the engine has cycled off. Hot soaks don't lose 1/2 gallon of coolant....
Feb 5, 2026 at 7:36 AM -
rjparker replied to the thread Head Gasket Replacement Shop Recommendations- San Francisco Bay Area.
Earthling will be similar to dealer prices. A gen3 hybrid engine is the same as a gen3 plugin. A gen4 swap uses gen3 intake,...
Feb 5, 2026 at 2:15 AM -
rjparker attached a file to the thread Kinda an odd problem about my 12V battery-cables.
Your pic [ATTACH] The thick black multi strand conductor on the right is the main 12v cable. The multiple strands ("wires") inside...
Feb 5, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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rjparker replied to the thread Kinda an odd problem about my 12V battery-cables.
The screw type splice is just fine and is made for the job. Heating is really not a concern because high amps only occur for a short...
Feb 4, 2026 at 10:57 PM -
rjparker replied to the thread Brake Indicator Lights are On.
Your concern is the brake booster or sensors, not the hybrid battery. While Toyota replaced the Brake Booster and separate Pump, most...
Feb 4, 2026 at 9:38 PM -
rjparker replied to the thread Kinda an odd problem about my 12V battery-cables.
Given it was running before the 12v wire broke off it would seem the hybrid battery code is secondary now even though it needs a...
Feb 4, 2026 at 9:11 PM -
rjparker replied to the thread Head Gasket Replacement Shop Recommendations- San Francisco Bay Area.
From Mendel Leisk above Has the EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation system ever been cleaned? Not likely when the plugs have not been...
Feb 4, 2026 at 3:31 PM -
rjparker replied to the thread 2014 Prius V -- End of Life -- So Sad!.
If a v has good paint, no rust and clear headlights it still looks modern. They are rarely seen these days other than locations where...
Feb 4, 2026 at 8:11 AM -
rjparker replied to the thread Head Gasket Replacement Shop Recommendations- San Francisco Bay Area.
You will find most dealers recommend against a simple gasket change on these engines because of frequent failures resulting in warranty...
Feb 4, 2026 at 7:40 AM -
rjparker attached a file to the thread Brake Indicator Lights are On.
Read codes with a hybrid capable scanner. A common failure is the Brake Booster (master cylinder/abs/skid control ecu) which runs about...
Feb 3, 2026 at 11:49 PM -
rjparker replied to the thread Would you worry? Long trip planned and.....
I would get a water pump at a dealer asap to make a possible emergency easier to resolve. Hopefully you have towing via your car...
Feb 3, 2026 at 10:04 PM -
rjparker replied to the thread Easy headlight replacement?.
There are two headlight assemblies on a gen3. Most have halogen low beams and halogen high beams. Both bulbs can be replaced without...
Feb 3, 2026 at 7:15 PM -
rjparker replied to the thread Mystery Coolant Leak 2012 Prius II.
The Prius has a habit of not turning on the temperature light or quickly flashing it and then it goes away when coolant has been lost....
Feb 3, 2026 at 1:55 PM
