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    HV Battery Failing

    Hi and thank you, I did take the battery apart, and there were no terminal leak issues. Dave
    Post by: magruder, Feb 15, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Transaxle fluid

    This is all very interesting to me. And I like the passion that has been shown. I'll admit that I am taking some risk. However, I believe it to be...
    Post by: magruder, Feb 2, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Transaxle fluid

    According to a Toyota TSB, WS is required because of the low viscosity. Not using WS will cause: 1. lengthened shift time 2. at temps of less...
    Post by: magruder, Feb 1, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Transaxle fluid

    I sell many vehicles and I'm always extremely honest. This is unlike most buyers who want me to lie on the title and put a lower sales price...
    Post by: magruder, Feb 1, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Transaxle fluid

    Ed, Thanks for the post. I don't have a problem with people sticking to WS either, I just choose not to. I don't really know a lot about...
    Post by: magruder, Jan 31, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Transaxle fluid

    Thanks for the responses, jayman - Or WS could be similar to GM's deathcool, er I mean DexCool. That coolant should be banned from every vehicle...
    Post by: magruder, Jan 31, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Transaxle fluid

    boppo - I'll keep you posted. Lewie - I believe there is a reason that Toyota won't tell us what is special about the WS ATF. I'm not a...
    Post by: magruder, Jan 28, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Transaxle fluid

    I replaced the transaxle fluid about 5,000 miles ago. I am convinced that th WS fluid is not needed. Therefore, I used a synthetic ATF...
    Thread by: magruder, Jan 27, 2010, 44 replies, in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    HV Battery Failing

    I did get the $150 from the dealer, so the battery cost me only $250 net. Also, I kept the old battery computer to sell, but I don't know what...
    Post by: magruder, Jan 27, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    HV Battery Failing

    That is true, but the dealership wants to make something on the deal, so they keep $50. At least that is what my closest dealer does. (Edit:...
    Post by: magruder, Oct 28, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    HV Battery Failing

    So I returned my old battery to the dealer, and they are going to pay me $150 for it. I'll believe it when I see the check, but I got a written...
    Post by: magruder, Oct 28, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    HV Battery Failing

    Re: HV Battery Failing due to If you do need a new battery, it is not that difficult to replace. I wouldn't even mess with individual modules,...
    Post by: magruder, Oct 20, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    HV Battery Failing

    Thanks, I keep an eye on the SOC, as I have a 90 day warranty from the salvage yard. I just want to make sure I bought a good battery.
    Post by: magruder, Oct 19, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    HV Battery Failing

    Thanks, The battery seems to be performing perfectly. I make that trip about once a week, so I'll see what happens next time. The SOC...
    Post by: magruder, Oct 19, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion