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2013 Prius error code 303.. cylinder 3 misfire

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by ACandela, Aug 4, 2018.

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  1. Dxta

    Dxta Senior Member

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    I'm just thinking. What about if that top gasket was modified with something more durable, and reliable than the OEM, if the op decides to go replacing it?
     
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    i don't know enough to comment, but even a stronger material might work?

    but it is simpler just to clean the egr and add an oil catch can.
     
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    UPDATE:
    I thought to update this thread and let those know (who were watching it) what I have decided.
    After weighing out the pros/cons of the Prius' 220k+ miles and longevity, I decided to trade in the Prius and forego any future mechanical issues. I was offered a very good trade in value and I went for it.

    It was a wonderful 3 years having the Prius, but couldn't tackle a major expense to the vehicle.
    I hope it finds a good home and someone who will care for it's last miles.

    Thank you to everyone who sent in their suggestions, etc.
    I wish all the best to those who have been maintaining their own Priuses.

    signing off... ~A~
     
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  4. Dxta

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    Wao! Was really a cool offer then.
    Are you still going for a gen2, or something more modern than that? Maybe, model 3 Tesla?

    Dxta
     
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    Hello Dxta...
    I decided to step out of the Hybrid car market. I didn't realize at the time that major repairs to these types of vehicles would be so costly.
    I rushed in a bit when getting purchasing the Prius 3 yrs. ago, and did some basic research on it's longevity. I was using it for Uber/Lyft hence the high mileage. Ideally the car maintains well, but once the error message(s) started to pop up and the mechanic was telling me
    what I may be facing, I decided to let go of the Prius.

    I purchased a compact SUV which seems to get similar mileage to my 220k+ miles Prius, about 35-38mpg (highway).

    ~A~
     
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    The costs are really no more than a non hybrid.
    If you put aside money for repairs(as for any vehicle) you'll have the money ready for any repairs.
     
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    IMO any car with the odometer reading combine with Uber/Lyft usage will/may eventually encounter engine/mechanical problems. You didn't have hybrid related issue, you had an automotive issue.
     
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    Yes, any car with average to above average use subjected to commercial type use will be more likely to need a repair.

    But like I said previously on this thread, someone was just waiting for the OP’s car to show up on the lot. There’s a newb or a long time follower that has just been waiting to get their hands on that car to fix it up.
     
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    And there ya go! Thanks!
     
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