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Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by ack714, Mar 8, 2011.

  1. ack714

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    Hi all, I am in the process of test driving a 2008 Prius that has 82000 miles on it. The car drove great. I am hooked.
    I did notice something that I was unsure about. I may sound kooky but let me explain.
    On was going around 50 - 60 mph and i sensed what felt like a few microseconds of hesitation. The car itself did not hesitate (kooky) no jolt or jerking, but I would swear I felt/noticed something. Is this the hybrid switching or an issue to be wary of? I basically wanted to see if it is something normal that I just havent experienced yet since I have alway driven a traditional auto.

    Thanks, and this is an awesome forum. I cant stop reading. It must be an awesome resource for owners.

    rob
     
    #1 ack714, Mar 8, 2011
  2. bisco

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    i've never noticed anything, but it's possible i suppose. you should drive another and see if you can feel the same thing.
     
    #2 bisco, Mar 8, 2011
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    Maybe you went over a bump? Traction control might have been deployed. That can be a weird feeling, but you should have seen a dash indicator blinking if that was the case. It's happened to me a couple of times and is nothing to worry about, just the car making sure that the drive wheels have traction.

    Other than that, I've got nothing.
     
    #3 kimgh, Mar 8, 2011
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    thanks, I am going to drive another tomorrow evening. I did enjoy the ride.
     
    #4 ack714, Mar 8, 2011
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    smart move, all the best!
     
    #5 bisco, Mar 8, 2011
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