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2008 Prius- What I'd like from Toyota

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by tomdeimos, Apr 13, 2006.

  1. aaf709

    aaf709 Ravenpaw of ThunderClan

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    Vehicle:
    2022 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Limited
    I pulled this from one of the Yahoo groups. This was dated June 2, 2005:

    2007 Prius Wish List

    1. Instrumentation improvements:
    a. Eliminate reflection of speedometer display on windshield.
    b. Compass display near speedometer.
    c. Mechanical brake engagement indicator.
    d. Set freeze warning indicator closer to freezing point.
    e. Accurate, linear fuel gauge.
    2. Operational Improvements
    a. +Tilt AND telescope steering wheel.
    b. Antenna system short people can deal with.
    c. Notch cargo mat for cargo net’s metal ring.
    d. Rear door smart-key handles.
    e. Add lights to buttons on mirror.
    f. Soft light shining on cup holders.
    g. Remember cruise control setting.
    h. Turn lights off 30 seconds AFTER CLOSING driver’s door.
    i. Effective, projector fog lamps.
    j. Publish voice commands in manual.
    k. Add depth/storage to rear seat fold-down arm rest.
    l. Automatic door locking.
    m. Daytime, sensor controlled running lights.
    n. Add CD storage to front armrest.
    o. Easily configurable backup beep.
    p. Driver/Passenger heat controls.
    q. Eliminate useless rear window wiper.
    3. Premium seating option with:
    a. Height adjustment.
    b. Lumbar support.
    c. Leather option.
    d. Driver Memory.
    e. Heat.
    4. A/V Improvements:
    a. Optional cell phone with external antenna incorporated into the LCD
    display.
    b. Internet access from LCD display with wireless keyboard in glove box.
    c. Add Aux Input & Controls for MP3 capability.
    d. Voice command to change between radio presets.
    e. Tone memory for Classical/Jazz/News, etc.
    f. -Speed sensitive volume control.
    g. Optional rear seat DVD player.
    5. LCD improvements
    a. Full touch screen capability for passenger.
    b. Eliminate “I agree†screen.
    c. Add elevation to map display.
    d. Add fuel range to map display.
    e. Add energy quantity to energy flow screen.
    f. Add interior temperature and humidity to climate screen.
    g. Better shielding to eliminate washout.
    h. Full diagnostics screen including tachometer, oil pressure/temperature,
    tire pressure and error codes.
    i. Voice command training screen.
    j. Add editable phone book screen.
    k. Add full functionality for passenger.
    l. Add cumulative mpg register.
    6. Selectable Left/Right driving on Euro/US Postal version.
    7. Larger fuel tank with improved fueling ability.
    8. Add 110V/220V 50/60 Hz outlet.
    9. Add air compressor with gauge. Provide bottle of tire seal.