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Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion' started by KayakerNC, Mar 14, 2010.

  1. KayakerNC

    KayakerNC Member

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    What is the canister located in front of the driver's side front wheel on my 2008 Prius?
    Appears to be damaged in my recent meeting (crash) with another vehicle that blew through a stop sign.

    :help:
     
    #1 KayakerNC, Mar 14, 2010
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    That is the coolant heat recovery system canister. Its function is to store hot engine coolant. The hot coolant is pumped into the engine upon cold startup, to speed up the engine reaching operating temps. This reduces exhaust emissions during the warmup period.
     
    #2 Patrick Wong, Mar 14, 2010
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    That is the coolant reservoir for the hot coolant recovery system.

    Hobbit has a photo in his training files:

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    Prius tech training
     
    #3 dogfriend, Mar 14, 2010
  4. KayakerNC

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    Yep. That's it. Thanks a lot.
    Mine looks a little worse for wear.
     

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    jelloslug It buffed right out!

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    They are just over $1000 from Toyota and they usually go for about $300 on ebay.
     
    #5 jelloslug, Mar 17, 2010
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    usbseawolf2000 HSD PhD

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    For real? For a thermo bottle? What is the keyword or part number can I search with? Not having luck.
     
    #6 usbseawolf2000, Mar 17, 2010
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    Toyota makes a really good thermos bottle. I wonder if its lined with platinum?
     
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    Certainly looks like the repair estimate is going to be big bucks.
    The other driver was cited for a stop sign violation and excessive speed. Amazing how many "Advertisements For Legal Services' I've received in the last few days.
    I miss my Prius, though.
     
    #9 KayakerNC, Mar 18, 2010
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    My poor Prius was a Total.
    I picked up my new 2010 Package III yesterday, seems to be peppier and the seats are certainly more comfortable.
    So far, so good.
     
    #10 KayakerNC, Mar 26, 2010
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    Better luck with the new one. ;)
     
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