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DIY EV switch - is that possible?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by Chuck., Apr 24, 2016.

  1. Chuck.

    Chuck. Former Honda Enzyte Driver

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    Is the EV switch so non-generic you have to order it?

    If not, I was considering getting a compatible switch at Radio Shack or Fry's Electronics.
     
    #1 Chuck., Apr 24, 2016
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    Dang5941 New Member

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    Have you tried the scap yard, and looked for a Prius with this already installed?

    If you are looking for the genuine button.

    I'm not sure about the US, but we generally have them installed as standard.
     
    #2 Dang5941, Jun 3, 2016
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    It was never included on Prii in the US, so unless you have a source from Europe, you won't find a stock button here in the states. There is the Coastal kit which works turns the cancel button on your cruise control into an EV mode button: Electric Only Mode or you can use a push button and install your own.
     
    #3 Kevin_Denver, Jun 9, 2016
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    I just watched a video on youtube on how to it uses your cruise switch and it looked easy to do the vid was about 15m long
     
    #4 josh5968, Aug 10, 2016
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    I did it using a generic momentary SPST push-button. I found the instructions on PriusChat. Once I found the connector with the missing pin, I just jammed a wire in. Works fine but I don't use it much.

    Posted via the PriusChat mobile app.
     
    #5 Prius Pete, Dec 7, 2016
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    ericbecky Hybrid Battery Hero

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    Chuck, you can use any generic momentary switch.
     
    #6 ericbecky, Dec 7, 2016
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