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Explain to me the action the hot thermos tank and its purpose

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Fartsalot, May 7, 2019.

  1. Fartsalot

    Fartsalot Junior Member

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    I'm curious how this works and what it does or suppose to do. I have noticed that upon start up the vents put out warm air almost immediately.
     
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    The description you're looking for is pages EG-22 to EG-32 of the 2004 New Car Features manual (more info).
     
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    Forgot to say something.. "Please" :)
     
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    Well, my 2004 NCF is the dead tree version, so there's no handy 'share' button on it. But the link shows how to find the online version.
     
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    To answer the question directly:

    It stores a significant volume of coolant, and due to it's excellent insulation, ability to keep that coolant temp elevated, if the car has been driven and then shut down for a few hours, you'll have faster warm-up.
     
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    Not bad for reducing an eleven-page explanation with pictures, operation stages, and reasons, into one sentence. I wasn't sure how much the OP had already figured out or hoped to learn about it.
     
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