My humble mods to my brand new 2015 Prius Persona Edition

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by okdonk, Dec 24, 2014.

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  1. okdonk

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    It took me about 10 mins to swap the relay. Only 1 attempt.
    Took me that long as i needed to find the best comfortable position for my head and right hand to reach the relay. Couldn't see the relay so i used my finger feeling reaching and pulling out the connector tab.
    Encountered no issues at all with locking/ unlocking/ hazzard lights. I only noticed the first blink is always lil bit longer.
     
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    That's great. You did that fast. This is one reason I have not attempted it yet. The frustration of trying to get to the flasher module.
     
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    Well there's your install guy!
     
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    Just noticed your Persona is 2012? I thought first model was 2013?
     
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    The 2015 isn't listed on the pull down option menu.. so i had to choose 2012.
    Maybe admin/ mod can change it for me?
    Thanks
     
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    Actually he is out of the country.
     
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    I just checked, 2015 is there. You just need to scroll down.

     
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    Just changed it. Thx :)
     
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    My radiator reserve cover for Lexus arrived. Ordered from Lexus of Concord for $38.94 shipped.
    Toyota Genuine Parts 16615-28010 Coolant Reserve Tank Cover

    But no clips/ fasteners came with it. I used to have 2011 Lexus ES350 and did buy some the fasteners.
    Toyota & Lexus Bumper, Radiator Cover & Grille Clip

    Tried them out and the fasteners fit snugly. Hopefully these are the same fasteners as the Prius Service Access Panel's.
    Did some research the Prius Service Access Panel fasteners, turned out the part # is 90467-07201 while these Lexus clips i have is 90467-07211

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    This is an amazing post, thank you.
     
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    Okdonk, the car looks great, awesome work and thank you for sharing. I'm going to go on a rant and tell you about my new Prius. I just purchased a 2015 Prius II, in Winter Gray Metallic (3 days ago). My girlfriend purchased the exact same car (in Sea Glass Pearl) 16 days ago. We are both very excited about our new cars. She came from an 03' Jeep Liberty, I came from an 02' VW GTI VR6 - 6 speed. This is definitely a different driving experience, I am truly enjoying it thus far. I am considering doing a few modifications to the car.

    Window tinting is a priority, but damn is it expensive, necessary though, in my opinion. How much did you pay for your tint (if you mind me asking) and what % did you go with? Did the windshield come with that stripe or did you have that done?

    I would also like to update the headlights, taillights, and interior lights as they seem like cheap"er" items that just incur some labor (which I am able to do myself... I think!) I'm assuming your interior lights/head/taillights are similar to mine if not the same? So I'm wondering if all the items you linked will work for my Prius as well? Does any of the the install incur any soldering or anything "intensive" like that? I would assume not.

    The bumper guard seems like a smart move. I may get one of those for my girlfriend and I.

    I just ordered some black plasti-dip off amazon to black out my emblems. Have you considered doing this? It seems extremely simple and fail proof from what I've read/viewed online.

    I do not have premium wheels so I just took off the hub caps and exposed the black rims (which I am surprisingly happy with, I think it looks pretty cool) I do need to find something to plug the centers with though, I thought about a drain cover from home depot with plasti-dip or something, will explore HD tomorrow.

    Sorry for the rant, I'm just excited about my new Prius and wanted to let someone know lol!
     
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    Thank you. It was my pleasure of sharing too.
    This is my first Hybrid and so far i love it more and more each day. I'm sure you and your gf will do too. I just can't believe how much i have saved in gas so far.
    The window tint were factory installed from the dealer. I believe it came standard from them as when i was there i seen none without one.
    Not sure what is the % but they said they are 20/30%, def is California legal (if i were to move to California).
    The windshield glare strip was installed by my local window tint shop, costed me $30.
    I believe your Prius 2 uses the same lights/ bulbs like mine. Those light mods are purely plug & play. No soldering or modifications needed.
    I'm a delivery driver so yes that bumper guard is a must for me when loading/ unloading. A nice inexpensive extra protection :)
    About plasti-dip, i never done it. But from i heard/ read, they are quite happy with the results.
    Have fun modding and keep us posted to what you done! :).
     
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    @Italofontana congrats! Sounds like bit by the mod bug haha u do know there's nothing to treat that with right!? :D
     
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    The only treatment I've found is just to give in and open the wallet... :LOL:
     
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    I blame it on this forum. :)
     
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    OH me too..... I was fine till I found u guys :ROFLMAO:
     
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    I concur.....
     
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