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Do I need a fuel induction cleaning with a spark plug change?

Discussion in 'Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015' started by Amcrump, Oct 30, 2020.

  1. Amcrump

    Amcrump Junior Member

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    My service adviser is recommending I get a fuel induction cleaning when I change my spark plugs.
    Is this needed or are they just up selling me?

    thank you,

    Annmarie
     
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  2. bisco

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    selling you. how many miles on her?

    follow your toyota maintenance guide, not your financial advisor at the dealership :cool:
     
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  3. Amcrump

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    145,000 so she is overdue. Maintenance guide says 120,000 but says nothing about fuel induction.
     
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    correct. have all your fluids and filters been done?

    do you have any idea how many of those are ev only miles?

    are you aware of the egr problem?
     
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    That's a new one!
    What is it?
     
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