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  1. rjparker replied to the thread Abs replacement issues.

    I would suspect a cable is not seated well or more likely the brake booster (master cylinder) is not the right part given there are two...

    Nov 17, 2025 at 9:22 AM

  2. rjparker replied to the thread Engine death rattle when starting.

    Borescope test post 5

    Nov 16, 2025 at 8:49 PM

  3. rjparker replied to the thread 2012 Prius v3 Bluetooth and USB Not Working Anymore.

    Extension box

    Nov 16, 2025 at 7:35 PM

  4. rjparker replied to the thread Hybrid bad for low annual mileage?.

    No one knows about gen5 with the 2 liter engine. It has dual injection and a built in catch can along with lessons learned from gen3s.

    Nov 15, 2025 at 3:47 PM

  5. rjparker replied to the thread Hybrid bad for low annual mileage?.

    But he will be the most disappointed guy around when his brake booster goes to say nothing about a head gasket. Hope he is close to...

    Nov 15, 2025 at 3:27 PM

  6. rjparker replied to the thread this website has gone ballistic..

    I get slow or no response to post saves lately.

    Nov 14, 2025 at 9:32 PM

  7. rjparker replied to the thread Intake Manifold and EGR Cleaning/Replacement - How hard is it really?.

    I would disconnect the 12v for sure. It is still hot all over engine compartment even with the car shutdown, unlike the high voltage....

    Nov 14, 2025 at 2:12 PM

  8. rjparker replied to the thread Priusv Fob and intermittent opening door.

    A coin cell is discharged at less than 3v. Lithium cells have full voltage until they die when they discharge quickly. At 2.5v both...

    Nov 14, 2025 at 11:51 AM

  9. rjparker replied to the thread Hybrid bad for low annual mileage?.

    A 20 mile commute is fine from a battery and engine standpoint; my hybrids can get full engine temperature in 5 minutes. I am quite...

    Nov 14, 2025 at 10:54 AM

  10. rjparker attached a file to the thread Finally calling it quits.

    There is a kit to add an ev button to a gen2. Not that important unless you need to sneak out in the middle of the night. There are...

    IMG_0622.jpeg Nov 13, 2025 at 4:21 PM

  11. rjparker replied to the thread Toyota can’t keep up with demand.

    Batteries are essential for hybrids and evs. If they succeed on a solid state version the King will stay that way for decades.

    Nov 13, 2025 at 3:26 PM

  12. rjparker replied to the thread Engine death rattle when starting.

    If it's the egr causing stumbles the egr block flow test in post 5 above will confirm it. In that situation the egr valve is sticking...

    Nov 13, 2025 at 2:22 PM

  13. rjparker replied to the thread Just need to vent....

    Is ACW the same as Counter Clockwise CCW? After Call Work (ACW): The time spent by a call center agent on tasks after a call has...

    Nov 13, 2025 at 12:19 AM

  14. rjparker replied to the thread Suggested work during head gasket fix.

    You can pour all the additives known to man over a years period and they won't fix oil burning caused by low tension rings. It has...

    Nov 12, 2025 at 9:03 PM

  15. rjparker replied to the thread Toyota can’t keep up with demand.

    If I remember right I believe Canada restricts dealers from arbitrarily adding a $5k or more "market adjustment" for popular cars. So...

    Nov 12, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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