Spark Plug replacement and other maintenance items

Discussion in 'Prius v Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by MrJamtastic, Mar 20, 2023.

  1. MrJamtastic

    MrJamtastic Junior Member

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    Purchased this v one year ago at 129,000 miles. Today, 150800 miles. Runs excellent. No CELs. Average MPGs for year and model. Uses almost no oil and changed every 5000. Both coolants and transaxle fluids replaced when purchased. Have maintenance history as well and spark plugs have never been replaced, so time for replacement? Probably so. What else might i consider doing, maintenance wise? I read frequently here and other forums about the EGR circuit and those issues but it appears that was pre-2013. Comments and suggestions certainly appreciated! Thanks
     
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    Don't kid yourself; EGR will need cleaning. Or wait for the head gasket to blow.

    When the cowl and wipers are off for the spark plugs (assuming it's sim to 3rd gen hatchback), would be opportune time to do the EGR.

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    #2 Mendel Leisk, Mar 20, 2023
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    Great time to sell it before the bad stuff starts happening and it cost you thousands just to keep it on the road.

    Things that will go wrong for sure.
    Head Gasket and possible engine damage
    Brake System
    Traction Battery
    Water Pump
     
    #3 Tim Jones, Mar 21, 2023
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    Well, it’s obvious that the EGR components as well as the intake manifold will need to be looked after. I’m going to take care of this very soon before it becomes a real issue. Thats a given. Set a few days aside to R&R these components.,Traction battery may be an issue a few more years down the road. It’s healthy now with no bad cells.That’s easily remedied. Water pump? Same scenario. Brakes? Well, yea…something else to look into. Nothing that can’t be remedied…Anyway, thanks for the negativity.
     
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    Thanks Mendel…I’m on it and will take heed of your advice!
     
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    Truth Hurts don't it.
     
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    Well obviously you have nothing positive to offer here…so thanks for nothing! Maybe someday you’ll develop a more positive attitude? In the mean time, just be well and move along…nothing to see here or comment on for you.
     
    #7 MrJamtastic, Mar 21, 2023
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