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Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by Lienme, Mar 31, 2022.

  1. Lienme

    Lienme New Member

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    I finally got my prius! Its a 2012 prius five with the advanced technology package 20220330_174903.jpeg

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    #1 Lienme, Mar 31, 2022
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  2. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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  3. bisco

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    congrats! how many miles on her? first thing to do, learn about the egr circuit.

    all the best!(y)
     
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    Congrats! Totally agree on what @bisco says, learn all you can about the EGR. It'll take a bit but you'll be far better informed about your car. Also look into an oil catch can. I bought my 2013 Prius a couple weeks ago and have learned tons from this site and its people.
     
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    ETC(SS) The OTHER One Percenter.....

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    Congrats!!

    All the best!!
     
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    The catalytic converters on these are soft targets for thieves; it takes a minute or less to cut it out.
    One of the very first things I would do is install a shield underneath to deter would-be thieves (I certainly wish I had before mine was stolen).
     
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    Looks good, congrats!
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    I agree, you need to have at least a cheap cat shield installed on the car.

    This is how long it takes to steal a cat on many cars:

    Broad daylight catalytic converter stealing
    Aug 24, 2021
     
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  8. Lienme

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    It has around 82k miles
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    Alright, ill look into that
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    #9 Lienme, Apr 27, 2022
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    Wow, that's crazy
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    #10 Lienme, Apr 27, 2022
  11. bisco

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    a better option is to sell the cat if itis oem for around $1,000. and install an aftermarket for around $200.
     
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    Congratulations on your vehicle! I love the color :D
     
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    See first link in my signature for info.
     
    #13 Mendel Leisk, Apr 28, 2022
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    Never head about cat. stealing here in Norway, only a few cases in Sweden.
     
    #14 fil100, Apr 29, 2022
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    Thanks! :D
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    #15 Lienme, Apr 29, 2022
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