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Check Hybrid System ...But Starts and Drives to 24mph

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Pollymath, Feb 15, 2021.

  1. Pollymath

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    I honestly have very few mechanics who I trust, and those who I would trust are far too expensive for this vehicle.

    I'd rather do the troubleshooting myself to the extent I can without TechStream.

    I may just prepare to the sell vehicle with a disclaimer of this issue. The fact that there are probably two million 3rd Gen Prius on the road and the parts still cost $1200 new is a not a good indication of this vehicle's reduced operating cost. I can find innumerable cheap beater vehicles that get 30mpg or better and have normal brake master cylinders that cost $150 tops. If these types of parts prices are the future of hybrid and electric vehicles, I'm afraid us home mechanics will forever stay with gas burners.
     
  2. bisco

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  3. ChapmanF

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    Even in my earliest home mechanic days I wasn't too proud to break out a multimeter and troubleshoot for wiring or connection problems.