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  1. galaxee

    galaxee mostly benevolent

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    and patrick does it again. way to go!
     
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  2. Patrick Wong

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    Thanks, Galaxee!

    I will post a new photo later today. In the meantime, in the interest of promoting Prius technical knowledge, I attached a couple of excerpts from the 2001 and 2004 NCF that provides details of the fuel system for the benefit of members who have been following the discussion about your most recent photo.

    I have to admit that this system is quite complex and I have not taken the time to fully understand it; fortunately it has worked without problems on both of my Prius.
     
    #162 Patrick Wong, Jun 24, 2008
  3. Patrick Wong

    Patrick Wong DIY Enthusiast

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    What is the location and purpose of the flat plate in this photo?
     
    #163 Patrick Wong, Jun 24, 2008
  4. patsparks

    patsparks An Aussie perspective

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    Oil filler hole.
    Inside the rocker cover. Or more correctly, the cam box top. (I don't think there are any rockers.)
     
    #164 patsparks, Jun 24, 2008
  5. patsparks

    patsparks An Aussie perspective

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    Well done Patrick, by the way. Oops where are my manners?

    Hey, how many Patricks are there on Prius Chat? We seem to be a little over represented. I remember seeing 4 yesterday, in person I only know 1 other Patrick but I don't get out much I suppose.
     
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  6. Patrick Wong

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    Hi Pat,

    The location is correct. What is the purpose of the flat plate?
     
    #166 Patrick Wong, Jun 24, 2008
  7. ZC1

    ZC1 Junior Prius Owner

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    Location: Inside the rocker arm cover
    Purpose: To eliminate oil splashback while the engine is operating.

    ZC1

    (most oil covers have this, since the early 60's at least)
     
    #167 ZC1, Jun 24, 2008
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    Hi ZC1,

    Well...there are no rocker arms, but I assume that you mean the valve cover; and will give you full credit. Congratulations!
     
    #168 Patrick Wong, Jun 24, 2008
  9. ZC1

    ZC1 Junior Prius Owner

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    Pat,
    You assume correct, the rocker arm cover is the valve cover is the shiny rectangular boxes on each side of the engine (in my show car).
    No rocker arms in the Prius, how is variable valve opening performed?

    ZC1
     
    #169 ZC1, Jun 24, 2008
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    Only the intake valves have variable timing. The intake camshaft sprocket contains a hydraulic mechanism that allows the camshaft to vary its position with respect to the sprocket, based upon engine oil injected under pressure.

    I am looking forward to seeing your next photo!
     
    #170 Patrick Wong, Jun 24, 2008
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    galaxee mostly benevolent

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  12. ZC1

    ZC1 Junior Prius Owner

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    Okay, Boys and Girls....Time to put on your thinking caps.
    No...!! not the tin foil ones you normally wear, the "other" one.
    That is right.

    Pat...!!! Put down that pocket protector.
    Galaxee...!! Stand up straight...sheesh.

    (little rascals....)

    ZC1
     

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    patsparks An Aussie perspective

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    Looks like an electrical component but I have a funny feeling I'll be a chump on this one.
     
    #173 patsparks, Jun 25, 2008
  14. efusco

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    Your camera has a hot pixel....no idea what that is, something must pivot on it from the looks.
     
    #174 efusco, Jun 25, 2008
  15. ZC1

    ZC1 Junior Prius Owner

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    Yeah, the hot pixel comes and goes depending on the back ground color. I have a couple pics where it's not showing.
    I wondered why everyone kept getting red-eye....pffttt..

    Great guessing guys, keep it up ....c h u m p s .. :D

    ZC1
     
    #175 ZC1, Jun 25, 2008
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    efusco Moderator Emeritus
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    the hot pixel is always there, just won't show as much with lighter backgrounds. If it's a good camera you can get it mapped out by the manufacterer, if it's a point and shoot it isn't worth it.
     
    #176 efusco, Jun 25, 2008
  17. ZC1

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    A slightly wider shot.

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  18. patsparks

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    Is it a disc brake caliper slide pin?
    I doubt it though.
     
    #178 patsparks, Jun 26, 2008
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    Battery cable attached to the traction battery inside the steel casing.
     
    #179 patsparks, Jun 26, 2008
  20. ZC1

    ZC1 Junior Prius Owner

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    Okay Sir, thank you for playing toss the rings atop the tall coke bottles, where there's always a stuffed animal for a prize.
    Try again Sir? or please step back, there's other people trying to get in.
    [puts down carnival barker microphone]

    ZC1
     
    #180 ZC1, Jun 26, 2008
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