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Steering wheel and dash

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by PRIUS_1976, Mar 16, 2012.

  1. PRIUS_1976

    PRIUS_1976 New Member

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    New to the Prius family with a 2010 III, sunroof. Enjoying the car now seeing 55+ mpg!!!!
    Have few questions and thought i would ask the forum for input:
    1. Steering wheel - At the bottom, the steering wheel feels squarish - warped. While turning the steering wheel, i can feel the steering wheel go from round and almost have an edge at the bottom spoke. Is this normal?
    2. Are there recommended steering wheel covers - leather, wood etc?
    3. Any recommendations on making the dash area no so plasticky?
    4. I have lot of rattle from around the front dash, steering wheel area. Are these know issues/common problems that can be fixed easily or do I need to visit the dealer?

    Thanks in advance for the input.
     
    #1 PRIUS_1976, Mar 16, 2012
  2. spiderman

    spiderman wretched

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    Hi and welcome aboard!
    1. Yes, normal. I place my left hand in this area to drive.
    2. They make leather covers and complete leather replacements (JDM). Spendy though.
    3. There are dash covers on ebay.
    4. You just have one rattle? Dealer can try to fix it but are often elusive. There are a few threads on here about fixes.
     
    #2 spiderman, Mar 16, 2012
  3. PRIUS_1976

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    Thanks spiderman.
    I have several rattles....the one by the dash/steering wheel is the loudest.

    I will check out the leather covers and dash covers.

    The steering wheel might take some time getting used to. Not sure why it is not round (like normal).
     
    #3 PRIUS_1976, Mar 16, 2012
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    The flat bottomed steering wheel design allows more room beneath it in theory. Same design is used in some tight race cars.
     
    #4 1ULV2H8, Mar 16, 2012
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    Interesting. While it makes turning the steering wheel quite different, I might be OK after using it for a while.
     
    #5 PRIUS_1976, Mar 16, 2012
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    It is an acquired taste, but I have since gotten use to it and don't even think about it anymore.
     
    #6 spiderman, Mar 16, 2012
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    2 weeks and about 500 miles, i am getting used to it now. Funny how the mind adapts.
     
    #7 PRIUS_1976, Mar 19, 2012
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    Indeed. Took a day or two to get over the engine shutting down @ a stop. :)

    So do you drive with one hand now?
     
    #8 spiderman, Mar 19, 2012
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