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  1. rjparker replied to the thread TPMS Replacement.

    You can set it for 5 sensors instead of 4 but that should have caused the flashing followed by solid indicator when one was missing.

    May 2, 2024 at 11:42 PM
  2. rjparker attached a file to the thread TPMS Replacement.

    Then do the button. Make sure you are pressing it, it is buried under the dash. With car off, go to On state - 2 presses of Start...

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  3. rjparker attached a file to the thread Change water pump without draining coolant from bottom?.

    It is not oem and could be counterfeit or a manufacturing second. For $143 I would return it and get the real thing. Toyota Part...

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  4. rjparker replied to the thread TPMS Replacement.

    20 mph (miles per hour) not minutes. Initial flashing means one or more sensors are not working or are not setup. Solid with no...

    May 2, 2024 at 4:53 PM
  5. rjparker replied to the thread TPMS Replacement.

    It literally takes 1/4 mile over 20 mph to turn on the sensor. These sensors go into a sleep mode everytime you stop the car for a few...

    May 2, 2024 at 3:58 PM
  6. rjparker attached a file to the thread TPMS Replacement.

    The definition of programmed is the issue. Toyota and compatible TPMS sensors are pre-programmed with a unique serial number. There are...

    prius tpms 2023-09-18.jpeg Id3 & 4 Sensors pic.jpeg May 2, 2024 at 3:43 PM
  7. rjparker replied to the thread Change water pump without draining coolant from bottom?.

    First, I would not change it unless you can safely contain the antifreeze which can kill pets and other animals who like the taste....

    May 2, 2024 at 3:18 PM
  8. rjparker replied to the thread Head gasket vs engine, a few questions.

    We live in the US where freedom for trolls and scammers has grown to anything goes for businesses. Buyer beware. I try to warn...

    May 2, 2024 at 2:49 PM
  9. rjparker replied to the thread Head gasket vs engine, a few questions.

    The first shop got the ac compressor mating connector dirty which causes a high voltage leak. Fairly common. Where did the used engine...

    May 2, 2024 at 8:03 AM
  10. rjparker replied to the thread How do I physically remove the cell phone from my 2024 Prius Prime XSE..

    I would get rid of your phone as well. Law enforcement and court orders can retroactively track you. Without that capability the cell...

    May 1, 2024 at 10:41 PM
  11. rjparker replied to the thread '09 Prius 225K for my college son?.

    ^^ Tom speaks the truth. I might try to find a slightly newer one but any 15 year or older car will need repairs in the future. Any...

    May 1, 2024 at 8:33 PM
  12. rjparker replied to the thread 2007 AC Recharge.

    The reality is most refrigeration, residential ac or heat pump compressors that fail in less than twenty years are caused by...

    May 1, 2024 at 7:54 AM
  13. rjparker replied to the thread 2007 AC Recharge.

    Non conductive is the way to go

    May 1, 2024 at 1:28 AM
  14. rjparker attached a file to the thread Suggestions for 190,000 / 200,000 Mile Maintenance?.

    The hybrid battery is largely expected in a ten year or older Prius. We don’t like the budget hit but may go “reconditioned” and deal...

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  15. rjparker attached a file to the thread Inverter Coolant/Engine Coolant Replacement.

    You are overdue on time. [ATTACH]

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