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Discussion in 'Knowledge Base Articles Discussion' started by Redding Prius, Jan 12, 2011.

  1. Redding Prius

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    Is there anyway to set the computer to use the gasoline engine only for a short distance or is it too complicated with the electric side? Trying to save a tow from dealership of dead main battery/car.
     
    #1 Redding Prius, Jan 12, 2011
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    too complicated. but an unusual question. why would you want to?
     
    #2 bisco, Jan 12, 2011
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    I agree with Bisco, but...

    No, MG1 needs to be operating or the torque split device won't allow any torque from the ICE will get through the transmission. The ICE would just spin the MG1 with nothing going to the transmission output.

    For a far out what-if.....

    IF, you locked MG1 so it couldn't turn, reprogrammed the control system so the engine would run under that circumstance and added an operable clutch to the power train you could drive it like an economy car locked in 4th gear.
     
    #3 xs650, Jan 12, 2011
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    So kind of like losing the donkey and pushing the cart myself. Thank you for the reply!
     
    #4 Redding Prius, Jan 13, 2011
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