Does anyone use OBD Gauge for monitoring RPM and water temperature?

Discussion in 'Gen 5 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by Axl, Dec 14, 2025.

  1. blfuller

    blfuller Junior Member

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    I also have a ScanGauge II.
     
  2. Quovadis007

    Quovadis007 Junior Member

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    I even drive a 2024 Prius Prime/Phev with 19-inch rims, which I'm very happy with after 19,000 km. Can anyone tell me what the RPMs are approximately at various speeds? While warming up, it's supposed to be around 1350 rpm. What about at 40 mph (60 km/h) and 70 mph (110 km/h), or does it fluctuate significantly while driving?
     
  3. VelvetFoot

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    It's a CVT. It does what it wants to do. 1350 sounds good. I've seen 900 for a while before it goes to EV mode (HEV model). I don't stress it too much though. 1600-1700 a lot. I try to keep it in the ECO zone. The parameters I have on the CarPlay screen via OBD Fusion are Coolant Temp, Oil Temp, RPM, State of Charge, and Voltage. I mostly look at coolant temp-I don't turn on the heat until it initially goes over 130F to prevent the engine from running just for heat. After that it can dip lower to maybe 112 or so before the engine will come on for heat. On cold days, driving with a 'velvet foot' it can take a while to get to 130F. Something to do.