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Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Fuel Economy' started by pat gol, Mar 9, 2013.

  1. pat gol

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    I took our 2008 touring in for the recall work (steering shaft, water pump and the gas pedal) picked it up a day later all work free of charge and the through in a free rental! My paper work suggested a few other things needing to be done. Clean the MAF and Throttle body, being a DIY guy I did these items myself and my mileage on our next tank went up to 53mpgs!! I would suggest if you see a drop in milage even if your not check them out, easy to do for a jump in MPGs!
     
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    I have 2008 Touring too. What is the recall work? Do you have the information? Thanks!
     
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    Does anyone have instruction on "Clean the MAF and Throttle body" on Prius 2008?
    Thanks!
     
    #3 wfz, May 24, 2013
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    well done!(y)
     
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