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rjparker attached a file to the thread Help with instruction to install 2012 PRIUS V AC compressor.
The only safe test is in the car with refrigerant in the system. Its r134a with a special hybrid oil. Don't use r134a with oil or stop...
May 16, 2026 at 9:05 PM -
rjparker attached a file to the thread This is Why Stop Leak Should be Banned.
Sometimes I think you just unblocked me [ATTACH] $35 P10 with user set audible alarm on temp. Probably posted 15 times here.
May 16, 2026 at 2:41 PM
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rjparker replied to the thread Should I keep fixing it?.
BD Birthday Baby Daddy Black Disciple Bis in die (twice daily)
May 16, 2026 at 2:19 PM -
rjparker attached a file to the thread This is Why Stop Leak Should be Banned.
It is very likely the flow into the reservoir tank will be higher when the radiator is partially clogged. This flow can be observed and...
May 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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rjparker attached a file to the thread 2013 Prius V overheating, using coolant.
No observable leaks could mean the cooling system is not moving coolant or is clogged up with stop leak and is causing the reservoir cap...
May 16, 2026 at 12:26 PM
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rjparker replied to the thread "EGR DELETE" Instructions.
The 2012v now has 351k miles with one egr cooler replacement around 175k and intake clean followed about 100k later with a sticking egr...
May 16, 2026 at 11:31 AM -
rjparker replied to the thread Should I keep fixing it?.
I was ok with it until I heard the third brake light burned out. Punt.
May 15, 2026 at 9:59 PM -
rjparker attached a file to the thread 2018 - GEN4 Oil Pump Replacement (Damaged Sump).
Certainly was hit hard [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
May 15, 2026 at 2:59 PM
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rjparker attached a file to the thread "EGR DELETE" Instructions.
It is an argument without resolution especially as the gen3 fleet dwindles with age. However... Given gen2 had no egr, Toyota learned...
May 15, 2026 at 2:52 PM
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rjparker replied to the thread Is the hybrid battery really failing?.
No car lasts more than 250k without major expenses. The gen2 was a more reliable car than a gen3. Not all Toyotas are oil burners but...
May 15, 2026 at 7:52 AM -
rjparker replied to the thread Gen 3 popping noise at acceleration.
Clearly someone missed something, certified ASE or not. I would go to a dealer or specialized front end shop. Don't let assume make...
May 15, 2026 at 7:04 AM -
rjparker attached a file to the thread Rotate ICE by hand - no tools, hypothetically.
[ATTACH] Somebody is imagining things
May 14, 2026 at 11:56 PM
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rjparker attached a file to the thread repairing signficant dent in fender.
Every clip that could break is easily replaceable after the bumper cover is on because the screws hold it adequately in place. The...
May 14, 2026 at 7:45 PM
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rjparker replied to the thread 2018 - GEN4 Oil Pump Replacement (Damaged Sump).
Congratulations! Do you think it would have come out if the nut had not fell off first?
May 14, 2026 at 6:10 PM -
rjparker replied to the thread repairing signficant dent in fender.
The easiest thing to do is to partially or completely remove the plastic bumper cover. I would partially remove the side with the dent...
May 14, 2026 at 5:40 PM
