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Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by slick11, May 22, 2007.

  1. slick11

    slick11 New Member

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    What is the best way to put the Prius in neutral?
     
    #1 slick11, May 22, 2007
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(stephanie j @ May 22 2007, 01:48 PM) [snapback]447441[/snapback]</div>
    Unless I'm misunderstanding the question, I'd think the answer would be to push the shifter knob to the "N" position.

    Is there a reason this wouldn't be true?
     
    #2 Danny Hamilton, May 22, 2007
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(stephanie j @ May 22 2007, 11:48 AM) [snapback]447441[/snapback]</div>

    Just push the lever over toward the N and hold it there for a second. It will then go into neutral.
     
    #3 bhaynnes, May 22, 2007
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    qbee42 My other car is a boat

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    Keep in mind that the Prius lacks a true neutral. The gears are always engaged, so even in neutral the engine and motors are connected to each other and the drive train. The N position simulates neutral by allowing the drive train to freely spin, but it only works with the Prius running. If you find yourself with a dead Prius, there is no way to shift into neutral. You will need dollies to move it.

    Tom
     
    #4 qbee42, May 22, 2007
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