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  1. rjparker replied to the thread Where to start with death rattle?.

    I don't believe the dealer will blindly diagnose a hg. If it's a cylinder miss caused by a plug, coil or injector they can diagnose that...

    Sep 16, 2025 at 4:48 PM

  2. rjparker replied to the thread DIY Headlight assembly replacement.

    Typically people might remove the top pieces and the wheel well clips shown above and pull the bumper cover back enough to get the...

    Sep 16, 2025 at 3:21 PM

  3. rjparker replied to the thread DIY Headlight assembly replacement.

    Basically remove the bumper cover, perhaps just partially. [MEDIA]

    Sep 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM

  4. rjparker replied to the thread Replacement OEM hybrid battery going bad after only 2+ years??.

    The dashboard (combination meter) on gen2s have been known to go bad. There are aftermarket repair services available or even diy but...

    Sep 15, 2025 at 9:27 PM

  5. rjparker replied to the thread Where to start with death rattle?.

    This is typical of an early hg leak and will repeat occasionally as it slowly progresses over weeks or months. An egr clogging is more...

    Sep 15, 2025 at 7:45 PM

  6. rjparker replied to the thread Engine doesn't want to shut off sometimes.

    Dealer prices can be high. If you can save $1500-$2000 it might be worth a drive.

    Sep 15, 2025 at 7:22 PM

  7. rjparker attached a file to the thread Brake Master Cylinder interchangeability.

    I would replace both which is what a dealer would do. However many replace the master cylinder assembly only. If you are doing this...

    ID Proper Parts with Vin.jpg Sep 15, 2025 at 7:15 PM

  8. rjparker replied to the thread Engine doesn't want to shut off sometimes.

    The dealer is right, it won't code until it gets worse but it's not long now. I would look for an independent hybrid shop while you are...

    Sep 15, 2025 at 3:28 PM

  9. rjparker replied to the thread 2 Gen 2's For Sale 2005 and 2006.

    It's a long shot but you might contact Drew with Pella Cars in NY State who flips Toyotas of this vintage. He usually gushes about...

    Sep 15, 2025 at 11:38 AM

  10. rjparker replied to the thread Persona 2013 garage queen.

    I think some of us are showing our age. "Bring a Trailer" is a car auction site. The best vintage and classic cars for sale online |...

    Sep 15, 2025 at 10:00 AM

  11. rjparker replied to the thread 2012 Prius, 265k, random misfire, HG or valves?.

    No they don't stay put because the ecm is confused by the rattling the damper makes even if it's just cylinder 1. Plugs and coils...

    Sep 14, 2025 at 11:16 PM

  12. rjparker replied to the thread Persona 2013 garage queen.

    $13k if the hybrid battery is still good

    Sep 14, 2025 at 10:16 PM

  13. rjparker replied to the thread Wet headlights.

    This is a good strategy. Gasketmasters has been making a good living for years on gen3 head gaskets and engine replacements as have...

    Sep 14, 2025 at 11:54 AM

  14. rjparker replied to the thread Wet headlights.

    He is still in his honeymoon phase, let him enjoy it while it lasts.. only a brake booster wallet flush so far... he may start having a...

    Sep 13, 2025 at 11:35 PM

  15. rjparker attached a file to the thread Prius intermittent temp light when driving uphill.

    I seriously doubt you will see more than two or three minutes difference in warm up time. In theory the biggest advantage to the...

    * Rube Goldberg.jpg Sep 13, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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