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Like not being able to get enough leverage to remove the oil drain bolt. Or the oil filter. Or trying to fish the bolt out of your oil-filled drain basin. Or spilling oil (hot!) on the ground or all over your hands and forearms. Or even getting the car up on the ramps without overshooting it. Or backing your car off the ramps forgetting to remove the oil drain basin from underneath.
Yes, all of the above has happened to me, except for overshooting the ramps. :sick:
Anyway, I usually figure these guys may or may not know anything about cars and had already decided this particular guy was an idiot. But I did want to make sure oil changes for a Prius wouldn't cost $50. That would certainly negate some of the savings I'd expect to see from the mileage.
I'm looking forward to my Prius test drive!
Also, I suggest carrying a spare battery charge pack that costs about $60 in automotive. When I took a group of union officials to the airport for a week-long conference, someone apparently failed to close a door or the rear hatch. Fortunately, I did not need to call for assistance when my starter battery was dead because I always carry an emergency charger. It usually has helped other drivers in hostile winter weather, but also provides power for portable air pump, lights, and other emergency equipment. :sick:
That mechanic back several posts was absolutely correct on the new Prius. Your $50 charge given synthetic oil is fairly accurate. Jiffy Lube here in SE VA charges $79.95 per change. This requirement concerns not only the 2010 Prius but all 2010 Camrys and several other new vehicles with new engines.
But..............
Toyota is in the midst of changing the OCI for these vehicles. As in the past vehicles that use the less expensive 5w20 oil still need the 6 mo / 5000 mile interval. The new Toyota's that require the 0w20 oil are being changed to 12 mo / 10000 mi whichever comes first.
Not all stores have received the offical notices but some have. Patience, soon all will be notified as the regions distribute the official word.
Then the nice Prius lady comes on...'Hey YOU!! Didn't I warn you back a hundred miles ago to stop and get gas?? Noooo, you were too busy to listen so now I'm going to make you crawl over the side of the road and call AAA.'
I too am not sure that I've modified my behavior that much.
60000 miles recommended service from Toyota website for 2006 Prius
Replace engine oil and oil filter 1
Rotate tires
Replace cabin air filter
Replace engine air filter
Inspect the following:
Automatic transmission fluid
Ball joints and dust covers
Brake lines and hoses
Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs 4
Differential oil
Drive belts 5
Drive shaft boots
Engine and inverter coolant 3
Engine valve clearance
Exhaust pipes and mountings
Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
Fuel tank cap gasket
Radiator, condenser and intercooler
Steering gear box
Steering linkage and boots
Please comment do I need to replace the transmission fluid
Prem1972
It can get dirty rather quickly if you live in or near a large city, likewise in dusty areas like unpaved roads or deserts. I'd recommend checking it at least every 15K miles, and replacing it if it looks dirty. A dirty filter will hamper fresh air flow into the cabin.
If you don't want to pay for a Toyota filter, I bet the aftermarket now supplies them for the Prius.
I have managed to change the cabin filter on my Optima,so I guess I have some mechanical ability,but my Optima book has instructions in it, and I don't even know where the Prius filter is located.In the Optima I have to drop the glove box and after that it's easy.Is it anything like that?
Yes, there is a recall on the 2004-09 Prius. This is for the floormat/gas pedal interference. You will receive a letter. The fix will be to shorten the gas pedal and supply a new all-weather (rubber) mat if you have the latter already.
I'd get the recall done if I were you. My son will do so with his 2006 Prius, even though there's also no hint of the secured, proper mat possibly interfering with the pedal.
Fairly easy to change, mostly a nuisance.
(1st time) dim dashboard and clock; could not make the transmission shift out of Park and into any gear; could not get "brake engaged" indicator to go off, even when I DID disengage the parking brake; it took a FEW tries to shut down this dim displays (e.g., it did NOT turn-off on the first insertion of the "Start" button. I cycled through the normal start and shutdown sequence to no avail. I let the car sit for a few hours while the outdoor temperature rose to the mid-30's F. Then I inserted the Start button, the car STARTED IMMEDIATELY and it acted normally during the next few days, including the dashboard lights, etc. were normal.
(2nd time) similar dim dashboard, including the warning light (big triangle with !! enclosed; seatbelt and shift location, gasolene level were all blinking; and brake engaged symbol would not disengage, even when I DID let the emergency brake off. When I cycled the car on and off about 3-4 times, and the above repeated. Then I pressed the Start button AGAIN (of course pressing the brake pedal this time AND each of the above times), and the dashboard lights came on brightly, and the car started and acted totally normally.
A month or so ago, I checked the battery's strength and it was pretty good. I followed the instructions on this board
Thanks in advance for any help you can provide.
Robbie
oil. The car can use "regular" oil, but still have the "used-to" 5K mi change interval.
I suppose the 10K mi interval can be selected, or programmed into the reminder system either thru your input, or the reprogramming by the dealer service personnel. The service advisor does mine on my '07. ( I change my own oil. )
In past vehicles, I always replaced my lead-acid starter batteries every three years. I operate my vehicles at night and under cold weather conditions. I also always carry a back-up battery to jump start my vehicles.
What is the lifespan of the Prius starter battery?
What is the composition of the battery that makes it cost so much to replace?
When should the starter battery be replaced?
Why are service technicians unable to detect a weak battery?
Thank you.
Word of wisdom, dont charge multiple devices out of the CLA's or even leave your chargers plugged in as they draw amps at all times from the 12v. it costs $300 from the dealer to replace the 12v too as its special