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2002 Prius snow equipment

Discussion in 'Generation 1 Prius Discussion' started by primuspaul, Nov 16, 2014.

  1. primuspaul

    primuspaul Member

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    Winter is approaching and I wanted to get the car ready for winter. The biggest issue would obviously be traction with the small, fuel-efficient wheels. The most effective option would be to get a set of new rims with studded tires, but this is too expensive. I was hoping for a <$100 solution, such as tire chains. My biggest concern is reliability. I don't want the chains coming off and damaging my car. Suggestions?
     
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    I wanted to add a follow up question. I read that traction control can be disabled in a prius by performing a few procedures in 60 seconds. Is this true for the classic prius that I have?
     
    #2 primuspaul, Nov 16, 2014
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    I have standard size tires Kumho Solus KR21 for over a year now and last winter they were amazing. I went through some conditions that many others were having troubles including 4x4 vehicles. The CVT transmission is amazing for starting and the handling and braking is about what I would expect from a compact car. Just get some good tires and drive with a brain and you should be fine.
    TomK
     
    #3 kutcht1, Nov 17, 2014
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