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Help--Sigma EV button install

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by Prius2k6, Jan 22, 2009.

  1. Prius2k6

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    I was moving right along using the information found on several sites to install my EV mode button but when I got to the ECU, I have run into a snag.

    I am using the bottom gray connector on the ECU to the far right, when I look at pin 27, there is already a light blue wire in place that is of the same gauge as the other existing wires. I have not found any evidence of a previous switch install as this is going into a slightly used (18k miles) 2006.

    Any assistance would be greatly appreciated
     
  2. efusco

    efusco Moderator Emeritus
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    I bet you'll find there was a prior EV button mod of some sort. Check to see if there is a version of the Coastaletech.com EV mod that uses the cruise control stalk to activate. It'll look something like....
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    Can you follow the wire?

    If not, do the following:
    1) Make 100% sure you've got the right spot...double check the pictures and make absolutely certain.
    2) cut and splice onto the existing wire...it'll be troublesome to remove the pin.
     
  3. ilusnforc

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    Just make sure you're following these instructions and looking at the right pin. I followed these instructions and it works great. It looks like it's 2nd from the bottom with a red wire below it, I do see a light blue wire 2nd down from the top, you may just be looking at the wrong pin.
    http://www.calcars.org/prius-evbutton-install.pdf