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Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by Gnarly, Sep 22, 2019.

  1. Gnarly

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    Last week I had my oil changed. The mechanic asked me if I've ever changed the spark plugs and I have not ever since I bought the car. I now 151,000 miles without replacing them.

    I experiencing the front end staggering at 25 mph or less.

    Any ideas?

    Thank you.

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  2. JC91006

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    What mileage did you buy the car? Maybe previous owner did it?

    You should check your suspension parts too.
     
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    can you more fully explain the phrase, 'front end staggering'?
     
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    Replaced all 4 spark plugs & #3 coil. Running like a champ. Old plugs were nasty.

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    how unusual
     
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    has it not happened to yours yet?
     
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    i only have 66,000 miles.

    most people report that the plugs look like brand new.

    have you cleaned the egr circuit yet?