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2002 Prius problem

Discussion in 'Knowledge Base Articles Discussion' started by ampdup, Oct 16, 2005.

  1. ampdup

    ampdup Junior Member

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    2002 Prius. Started making a hum, coming from the rear, starts at about 20 mph. Stops when the speed gets below that. Getting louder. Had new tires put on, but that didn't help. Any ideas? Bearings? Transmission? Thanks :(
     
    #1 ampdup, Oct 16, 2005
  2. IsrAmeriPrius

    IsrAmeriPrius Progressive Member

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  3. ampdup

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    :rolleyes: Thanks, I'll do that.
     
    #3 ampdup, Oct 16, 2005
  4. Frank Hudon

    Frank Hudon Senior Member

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    not much information to go on but it's possible it's a wheel bearing or possibly an exhaust system problem or miraiad other things going wrong.
    how many miles on the car?
    any maintainace issues with it, outstanding?
    worse on corners?
    if you lightly apply the emergence brake does the sound change?

    might be time to take it to a mechanic and get an opinion from them.
     
    #4 Frank Hudon, Oct 16, 2005
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