Toyota Prius
Produced since 1997, the Toyota Prius was rated by the California Air Resources Board and the Environmental Protection Agency as one of the cleanest vehicles in the US based on toxic emission and smog forming.
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If you park your Prius for two weeks will the battery die?
Maybe! Revised and complete answer... The 270 volt traction battery won't die. The 12 volt battery won't 'die' in two...
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What does lmp mean when describing a gas tank capacity?
Imp means Imperial..... as in Imperial gallons (52 US gallons = 40 Imperial gallons) Imp means Imperial..... as in Imperial...
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Nihil in intelectu nisi Prius in sensus Is this Latin or Greek?
Latin
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When you use mode B once the battery is fully recharged you hear a rumbling Is this the gas engine being used to slow the car?
Yes, using "B" (brake) mode makes the gas engine will turn quickly, without gas or spark, using compression in the cylinders to...
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Does putting the Prius shift in the B position recuperate more energy to the batteries than use of the brake to retard the car when going down a steep hill?
No, it does not. Regenerative braking occurs when pressing on the brake pedal gently, up until the hybrid battery is fully...
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What is the average life for the hybrid batteries used in the Toyota Prius?
I own 2 of them, an 02 & an 04, both bought in there prior years. I have not had any trouble with either one. the 02 has...
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How do you replace the water pump on a 2000 Toyota Echo?
This can be a very difficult job - mostly because there is no clearance to remove the water pump without lifting the engine. One...
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Where is towrope on Toyota Prius?
There are no tow hooks on the Prius, but there is a "towing eyelet" in the toolbox with the spare tire. The eyelet goes into a...
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How do you replace fog lights in a 1999 Pontiac Grand Am?
These instructions are for a 2000 Pontiac Grand Am GT. I suspect the 1999 model is similar. ''Wear gloves and eye protection when...
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What company makes the main battery for the Honda Prius?
AnswerHonda does not make the Prius, it is a Toyota product."Toyota Prius" batteries are manufactured by Panasonic.
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Does anyone have any recommendations for the heat settings to get maximum heat as well as maximum gas mileage with a 2005 Toyota Prius your understanding is the heat comes through the air conditioning?
Hot engine coolant is distributed into the heater core of your vehicle when the heater is on. You can make that coolant hotter by...
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What is the latest version DVD for the 2004 Toyota Prius's Navigation System?
The 2006 Toyota Prius comes with DVD version 05.1 (that is, January 2005 release). The local dealer said that Toyota will release...
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Who sings the Toyota song in the companys commercials?
Wheel by Fisher
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What is Toyota Prius?
a Toyota prius is a hybrid, a car that runs on both gas and electricity. the point of it is to stop the pollution of the world...
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How macro environmental factors affected the sales of the Toyota Prius?
Answering 1- "How macroenvironmental factors affected the sales of the Toyota prius? how well has Toyota dealt with these...
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What is the towing capacity of the Toyota Prius?
Toyota does not recommend towing with the Prius, so the factory does not provide any engineering data or specifications for...
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When to change plugs on Prius?
I believe the book calls for 100,000 miles. However I experienced a cylinder 3 spark plug mis-fire at about 96,000 and again...
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How do you replace the battery on remote alarm key fob?
Take it to Wal*Mart, they can change it at the watch (jewelry) counter.
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If involved in an accident while driving a brand new Toyota Prius at 40MPH should the airbag have deployed and how can you tell if the battery or electrical system was damaged?
I think it would depend on the type of accident and direction of the force. Any Toyota dealer should be able to run diagnostics...
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Can Toyota Prius owners still park for free at meters in LA County?
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Why does Toyota Prius speedometer display turn off when you turn the head lights on?
it must be a glitch on your car or... check that the dashboard light dial on your dash is not set too low.
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Maintenance light Toyota Prius reset?
Disclaimer: The light is reminding you to change your oil. 1. Press "Power" with the brake pedal applied in the same way you...
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How to disactivate an alarm on a Toyota avensis 1.8 gls?
You can't disactivate anything...deactivate perhaps?
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Does the Toyota Prius work well in hilly districts?
I drove through Arkansas on the Interstates, I had no problems climbing the hills. MPG dropped some, but still got over 43 MPG.
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How to reset check engine light on Prius?
After repairing the cause of the code, you reset with a scan tool.
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Is the flapper valve important in the gas filler neck on a 2004 Toyota Prius?
generally, any valve or device located part way down the filler neck is to prevent stealing gasoline or prevent large objects...
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Can you install a in dash DVD player on a 2007 Toyota Prius?
Yes it is possible, though it may take some technical skill. One of the easiest (and possibly only) ways of doing this is to...
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Does a Prius need an oil change as often as other cars?
Most people on their cars change oil about every 3,000 miles. The dealer as well as the owners manual for the Prius states every...
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How much is the typical monthly maintenance payments for a Toyota Prius?
In California with $10,000 down payment and 2.9 APR. Payment is $272 Per month (Including Tax)
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Does the Prius 2007 have enough room in the rear for 2 car seats and an adult?
yes as long as you arent a fat a$$
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Can you explain the dashboard symbols on a 1999 Toyota Camry?
Open your owners manual. Don't have one then get one. You need one very badly, if you do not know what the gages stand for....
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What is the estimated annual fuel cost for a Toyota Prius?
Depends on how you drive and how many miles you drive. I estimate mine to be about $1,000 a year this is with gas at $2.65 a...
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What is the real petrol consumption of a Toyota Prius?
I get about 46 mpg (UK) - that's 36mpg (US) in the winter. In warmer weather (autumn) I was getting around 54 mpg (UK) - that's...
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1 What microenvironmental factors affected the introduction and relaunch of the Toyota Prius How well has Toyota dealt with these factors?
consumer behaviour
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Can Toyota Prius traction control be turn off?
To disable traction control on the prius:1) Turn the car to ignition by pressing START twice without pressing the brake. 2)...
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Prius check engine light?
If it's on you need a code reader to plug into diagnostic port which will help pinpoint the problem as it could be a multitude of...
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What size of wiper blades for 2008 Toyota Prius?
The 2008 Toyota Prius takes a 26" drivers side, 18" passenger side and a fairly specialized 16" rear wiper that is difficult to...
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Is the Toyota Prius battery bad for the environment?
Short answer is yes, the Prius is more bad than good for the environment. People can speculate about the future improvements, or...
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How often do you change timing belt on Toyota Prius?
The 2004 and later Prius models do not have a timing belt, so the answer for them is "never". They use a chain which should only...
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How does the electric engine of the Toyota 'Hybird' Prius work?
It works great! At speeds under 30 MPH the gasoline engine does not run until the main battery needs a charge. Battery is also...
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What brand of gasoline is best for automobile engine perfomance?
chevron super with 93% octane
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How do you remove paint from another car on the passenger side door?
Try a 50/50 dilution of acetone.
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What should the tire pressure be on a Toyota Ipsum?
According to this site http://www.thetyrepressuremonitor.com/tyrepressures_toyota.html the tyre pressures on a Toyota Picnic...
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What micro-environmental factors affected both the first generation and second generation models of the Toyota Prius How well has Toyota dealt with these factors?
What micro-environmental factors affected both the first generation and second generation models of the Toyota Prue's How well...
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What kind of motor oil does Toyota Prius hybird use?
The 2010 Prius uses synthetic 0W-20 oil.
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Which automobile manufacturer makes the Prius?
The Prius is a Toyota.
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Fix the Automatic headlight leveling system warning light on a 05 Toyota Prius?
On my 05 Prius the problem was the axle height sensor located near the left rear wheel.
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What happens when you run out of gas with a Toyota Prius?
I have a 2002 Prius and ran out of gas. The car gave several warning lights, shuddered from the loss of power, then the computer...
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What does all the Indicator lights on the Toyota sprinter ae 110 dash mean?
possible the battery is not grounded correctly?
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Who sings the song in the 2012 Prius V commericial?
Here's your answer as to "who sings the new Toyota Prius "Hum" song, "A Prius for everyone." - It is Petra Haden. For more...
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Should you repair a 2004 Toyota Prius with 9000 damage including replacement of the side pillar between the front and rear right-side windows?
Done right this wouldn't affect the safety of the car. What is the car worth? Do you like it, gives good service? Paid for?...
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What do the dash symbols mean on your Prius?
Dashboard light in the shape of a triangle, yellow, with an exclamation mark in the middle. And, on the monitor, it tells us to...
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How reliable is the Toyota Prius?
I have had my 2008 for almost a year. It has 24K+ miles and so far so good. We have a 2007, and have had no problems with...
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How do you replace a headlight on a Toyota Prius?
First, pull the plug from the back of the headlight bulb. Then, rotate the rubber boot anti clockwise about 1/4 of a turn. The...
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What is Petra Haden's birthday?
Petra Haden was born on October 11, 1971.
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Is a Toyota Prius a good first car?
If you can find one...Yes. Many people have no idea what they are talking about when they discuss Prius. Prius has been around...
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What would enable the RDS-TMC option on the 2006 Prius equipped with Navigation for a North American consumer?
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Gas mileage Prius?
Mixed highway and city driving in a large city I get about 50 MPG. It varies from year to year and if the model is updated...
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What is the reason of car hvac blower resistor failure?
too much debries
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How many Toyota Prius are sold?
The Prius was one of the best selling cars of 2007. Toyota sold 181,221 in that year. For more information on the Prius, I would...
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Why Dashboard lights go off?
Turn up the brightness of the dash - look around - there is a dial to turn it up and make it brighter
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How long does the Prius Battery last?
The Prius battery is likely to last the same amount of time as standaed nickel metal hydrirde batteries which is about 1000+...
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How do you transfer blackberry 8310 phone book to Toyota Prius?
I'm wondering the same thing! I have a 04 Prius and an 8310 and I can't get the phone book to transfer. Every time I try, it...
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Is the Blackberry Curve 8310 a good phone?
yes it can do anything like go on the internet,sead e mails,sead texts and a lot more
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How much is a Toyota Hybrid?
A new Prius II is 22,000 not including tax or upgrades.
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How does the 2010 Prius differ from the 2009 Prius?
The 2010 model has more to offer like a GPS installed on the front, better brakes, and better handling.
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Who sings Toyota Prius It's a beautiful day?
beautiful life by fisher.
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Is 142000 miles on a 2005 Toyota Prius hybrid considered too much?
If the car is running well, then no. My cars all have well over 200K miles on them with the front runner just about to hit 400K....
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Is a Toyota Prius safe?
Um... I don't think so after Toyotas break problem.
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Can the 2004-2007 Toyota Prius speedometer be switched from MPH to KPH?
Yes, at the simple push of a button on the dash.
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How do you reset the maintenance required light on a 2008 Toyota Prius?
Free video instructions on how to reset maint reqd on Toyota prius go to www.vehix411.com If you change the oil (and filter)...
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Can a Toyota Prius run on E85?
Yes it "can". I personally ran E85 in my Prius with an injector kit (commonly known at E85 conversion kits) for 30k miles with...
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What does GS stand for in Toyota Prius GS?
Some GS cars stand for "grand sport" but it can vary.
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How do you turn off the maintenance required light in a Toyota Prius?
free video instructions go to www.vehix411.com ................turn the power button on, make sure the odometer is on actual...
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How much is the 2009 Toyota Prius?
$22,000 Depends on what model. Toyota Prius MSRP Prius II$22,800Prius III$23,800Prius IV$26,600Prius V$28,070 Source:...
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What company makes the best hybrid car?
in my view out of popularity it is the toyota prius but really the hybrid car i like is the honda civic hybrid
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How much does it cost to replace the dashboard display system in an 08 Prius?
25000
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How many gallons does a Toyota Prius hold?
Our 2009 Toyota Prius hold 13 gallons.
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Where is the fuse for the navigation system display on a 2008 Prius?
Under the hood - I think it is the 15 amp fuse marked "DOME" Kudos to Toyota for yet another user friendly label
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Is the 2011 Toyota Prius Diesel?
No, the 2011 Prius is still a Petrol/Electric hybrid
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What is the rear portion of a car called?
The rear portion of a car is called the Hind Quarters.
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How long will a hybrid car's battery last when fully charged?
With no charging the battery could last a few minutes. There is a large amount of power needed to move a car forward. Starting...
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Why is a Prius the most fuel efficient car?
The answer to your question is very complex and requires more knowledge than the average person has. The Prius is not the most...
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What is the fuel tank capacity in a Toyota hybrid Prius?
About 11.7 Gallons.
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How often does a Toyota Prius battery need to be replaced?
battery factory grant is 10 years. I think you can be happy within 10 years. Umm, not quite. Warrenty coverage and life are two...
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How does the heater work on a 2008 Prius?
Works the same as most cars, using hot coolant. One advantage is in cold weather it warms up faster as it stores hot coolant in a...
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