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Noise while driving

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion' started by Taath, Jul 31, 2006.

  1. Taath

    Taath New Member

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    Ok, so I've been driving and I notice that sometimes as I either start to move or as I'm slowing down there is a slight noise, almost sounds like a little rattling, or maybe like a compressor of some sort kicking in (I am NOT mechanically inclined) I was just curious if anyone else has had or currently has a similar issue (or if you even have a clue what I'm saying for that matter) and also if I should take it in to the dealer to be checked out.

    Thanks in advance,
    Taath
     
    #1 Taath, Jul 31, 2006
  2. Sufferin' Prius Envy

    Sufferin' Prius Envy Platinum Member

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    What may sound like a rattle or compressor sound is probably the brake accumulator pump.

    Don't start the car. Step on the brake pedal several times in a row. Is that the sound?

    P.S. Welcome to PriusChat!
     
    #2 Sufferin' Prius Envy, Jul 31, 2006
  3. qbee42

    qbee42 My other car is a boat

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    The Prius uses that pump since the brakes are electrically assisted. Most of the accessories are engine driven on a non-hybrid, but the Prius ICE runs intermittently. Almost all Prius systems are electrically powered.

    Tom
     
    #3 qbee42, Aug 1, 2006
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