Battery Not Charging and Rough Idle

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Deleted member 137491, Jun 9, 2018.

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  1. Andyprius1

    Andyprius1 Senior Member

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    Congratulations, a job well done.
     
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    Now you know both the importance of getting the right parts and proper installation. Although using a torque wrench is best, a general guide for sparkplugs is to hand tightened them till they seat and then a quarter turn more with a wrench; basically good and snug.
     
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    Gap = spark Plug gap = distance in thousands of a inch between center post and ground, usually around .020 to .030” Most plugs are pregapped, nowadays.
     
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    @fotomoto thank you for the tip! @Andyprius1 thank you for the info!

    Soooooo...the check engine light came on while driving to work :mad: Going to take it to the dealership tomorrow morning. I just hope it's nothing serious. I SWEAR I WILL NEVER WORK ON A CAR AGAIN! It is not worth the headache for me :cry:
     
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    What did you use to clean your maf sensor?
     
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    CRC Mass Air Flow Sensor Cleaner. Sprayed it directly on the sensor using the red straw (straw did not make contact with the sensor).
     
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    Common things that can cause check engine light on prius.

    1. Loose gas cap
    2. Bad 3 way valve
    3. Bad catalytic converter
     
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    Empty pockets
    Sensor must be cleaned underneath also.
    Benifits of DIY = Knowledge
    “ “ Toyota Mechanic = Empty pockets, no trinsic or intrinsic value

    Already you understand the car better than day before yesterday.
     
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    Ugh...option #3 is the winner.. Code P0420. Local dealer quoted me $2500. NO WAY I AM PAYING THAT MUCH!!!

    Yes, but in my opinion it was not worth the cost. Well over 12 hours lost and a $2500 quote...
     
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    Although I have DTC code P0420, the car is running fine right now. Am I able to drive it for the next couple of days while I try to get better quotes from local shops?
     
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    If you're not in a CARB state, a state that follows California emissions rules, you can buy an aftermarket catalytic converter for about $100.

    Well at least you can still drive your car until you need to address the check engine light issue (ex when smog inspections are required) car won't break down
     
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