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Prius C...no belts?

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by maidenfan84, Apr 27, 2017.

  1. maidenfan84

    maidenfan84 Junior Member

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    So I just bought a new 2016 Prius C about two weeks ago and I've been trying to learn everything I can about the car. I understand that there's no starter, alternator, timing belt, or power steering pumps. But, is it also true that there's no belts of any kind that need replacing?
     
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  2. bisco

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    true. everything has an electric motor. the previous generation had a serpentine belt for the water pump.
    pretty sweet, right?
     
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    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    There is no 12 volt starter or 12 alternator, those are high voltage parts mostly handled by Motor/Generator1 and M/G2. The power steering is electric. There is a timing chain, but no belts. It will most likely last 1/3 million miles.



    is a overview of the electrical system of a Gen 2 (all Prius are similar)
    this treats the mechanical connections of the high voltage M/Gs and the engine.
     
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    G'day,
    Ummm ... it does have seat-belts I hope (for your sakes)?
    David S.
     
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    Thanks for the great replies! It's just odd to think that it truly is a vehicle with almost literally only oil changes and tire rotations, nothing else needed. In a day and age where most cars become over complicated and need more attention than ever, this car goes the opposite by the "less is more" approach.
     
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    yep, first 120,000 miles are on toyota.:)
     
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