You're an excellent communicator. One of the best aspects of this video is that you don't add needless & arguably distracting music throughout it's duration. Unnecessary music in informational videos seems to be fairly common on TH-cam™ & all it really does, from a viewer's perspective, is convolute the dialog which brought us to the video in the first place. From this video alone one can surely recognize the surplus of potential you possess & I trust if you continue creating content it'll inevitably reward you big time! Also, the manual in my Prius makes the manual depicted in this video look like a children’s book & since you expressed the need for an additional light bulb checker it encourages me to extend to you my availability for such services. In other words, I would quit my job as a literary archeologist immediately for an opportunity to collaborate on testing the lights with you! If you're interested just tell me how best to forward you my polished resume.
Great video. They also added a hybrid battery vent air filter to extend its life and performance since 2012. Older models and 2nd gen can have it added on. It can get very clogged up if not checked.
Thank you for your useful video, I suggest to check the hybrid battery status too. It can be done from the vehicle by pushing info and then swithing on and off lights 3 times, then you get into the secret menu. Check if voltage is above 14 volts. Greetings from Italy
In love with my reliable Generation 2, 2008 Prius, with 170,000 miles. Bought new 25K 10/2007. Excellent shape, since its garage kept. Original Battery perhaps due to less corrosion on the hybrid battery connections? Has additional front and rear running lights. The HID headlights failed but replaced them myself by feeling my way with my hand and did not have to take the bumper off. They are much brighter than the originals. Replace the 12V battery twice. New water pump. New left front bearing. 2 New PVC valve replacement. Fix a leak in the air-conditioning system. Cleaned hybrid battery fan with an added cleanable filter screen at the air intake. Sometimes the dash lights go out when the weather gets cold then will go back on within 50 miles of driving. Heard it’s cold solder joints on the electronics? Went 90K 10yr. with the energy saver Defender Michelin tires and replaced them with the regular Defender Michelin tires. Loss a few miles per gallon but handles better and a softer ride maybe due to new thread. The Prius is used for long trips only with an average mileage of 50+ MPG. Short trips are by bike, feet and public transit all year. It’s a beautiful sports car Barcelona RED and a sleeping camping car with a 6’ bed with great cargo capacity. Adding a portable inverter makes a 115 Volt generator for back up efficient home power with the on and off cycle of the engine. The Princess Prius is a tough survivor like the princess cat in the movie “The Incredible Journey”. The beautiful large dash display is ahead of its time with sharp graphics like a space ship. Ran out of gas, and a whole dashboard lit up including the triangle of death (indicates serious malfunction - do something now!). Fortunately filled up 1/2 mile away before the battery became too low. Never again!! It’s an adventure reliable stealth vehicle that slips through the air quietly! The best smooth styling of all the model years. Definitely a incognito James Bond vehicle with secret abilities never to be underestimated. So watch out!!! Soon it will become a classic antique with appreciating value
👍🏼thanks for this segment, very helpful! This may have already been suggested but setting your phone behind the car and videotaping while you test your lights in the driver's seat might help verify if the bulbs turn on or not if you're by yourself. 🤓
Very good overview and many points here apply to other vehicle brands as well. I kind of hate it the new cars force you to buy special tools in order to do just one simple thing. However where is a will..there is a way.
For air pressure I go to Costco because it’s free and you can adjust the air you need and when you are at the right pressure it will give you a buzzer sound…👍🏽
Hi Doug, they do come in different shades. This one was darker. Look for color saturation. If yours is darker in areas and lighter in others, then its probably dirty and best to replace it.
@@hopfammedia okay. Also just curious just I just bought my first Prius(used), are the brakes supposed to feel a little spongy with the regenerative brakes?
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Just got a low mile Prius V. So happy to see a female mechanic 🤩
We think your gonna enjoy that Prius! Thanks for posting @TessaRamsay
I own one, and it is a great car, more comfortable than a regular Prius but gas consumption is a bit more.
You're an excellent communicator. One of the best aspects of this video is that you don't add needless & arguably distracting music throughout it's duration. Unnecessary music in informational videos seems to be fairly common on TH-cam™ & all it really does, from a viewer's perspective, is convolute the dialog which brought us to the video in the first place. From this video alone one can surely recognize the surplus of potential you possess & I trust if you continue creating content it'll inevitably reward you big time!
Also, the manual in my Prius makes the manual depicted in this video look like a children’s book & since you expressed the need for an additional light bulb checker it encourages me to extend to you my availability for such services. In other words, I would quit my job as a literary archeologist immediately for an opportunity to collaborate on testing the lights with you! If you're interested just tell me how best to forward you my polished resume.
That's a very thoughtful offer @00FORTYSEVEN. You have a cool job! Thanks for posting.
Great video. They also added a hybrid battery vent air filter to extend its life and performance since 2012. Older models and 2nd gen can have it added on. It can get very clogged up if not checked.
Quite true. Thanks for posting @aimvolaric5981.
Thank you for your useful video, I suggest to check the hybrid battery status too. It can be done from the vehicle by pushing info and then swithing on and off lights 3 times, then you get into the secret menu. Check if voltage is above 14 volts. Greetings from Italy
Excellent advice, thanks @raffaellorelaxingvideo!
Great video. I have been working on Prius 2010 for over 8 years. You covered all the basics that everyone should know. Thanks.
Appreciate your post! Thanks much!
In love with my reliable Generation 2, 2008 Prius, with 170,000 miles. Bought new 25K 10/2007. Excellent shape, since its garage kept. Original Battery perhaps due to less corrosion on the hybrid battery connections? Has additional front and rear running lights. The HID headlights failed but replaced them myself by feeling my way with my hand and did not have to take the bumper off. They are much brighter than the originals. Replace the 12V battery twice. New water pump. New left front bearing. 2 New PVC valve replacement. Fix a leak in the air-conditioning system. Cleaned hybrid battery fan with an added cleanable filter screen at the air intake. Sometimes the dash lights go out when the weather gets cold then will go back on within 50 miles of driving. Heard it’s cold solder joints on the electronics? Went 90K 10yr. with the energy saver Defender Michelin tires and replaced them with the regular Defender Michelin tires. Loss a few miles per gallon but handles better and a softer ride maybe due to new thread. The Prius is used for long trips only with an average mileage of 50+ MPG. Short trips are by bike, feet and public transit all year. It’s a beautiful sports car Barcelona RED and a sleeping camping car with a 6’ bed with great cargo capacity. Adding a portable inverter makes a 115 Volt generator for back up efficient home power with the on and off cycle of the engine. The Princess Prius is a tough survivor like the princess cat in the movie “The Incredible Journey”. The beautiful large dash display is ahead of its time with sharp graphics like a space ship. Ran out of gas, and a whole dashboard lit up including the triangle of death (indicates serious malfunction - do something now!). Fortunately filled up 1/2 mile away before the battery became too low. Never again!!
It’s an adventure reliable stealth vehicle that slips through the air quietly! The best smooth styling of all the model years. Definitely a incognito James Bond vehicle with secret abilities never to be underestimated. So watch out!!! Soon it will become a classic antique with appreciating value
Thanks for sharing your success w/ your Toyota Prius😍
@aimvolaric5981 you are most welcome, thanks for the encouragement!
This was amazing, very concise and informative
Very glad you liked it! Thanks for posting.
Starting to learn how to do my own maintenance. Great vid! Thanks so much
Your welcome @tweengabski. Glad to help!
👍🏼thanks for this segment, very helpful! This may have already been suggested but setting your phone behind the car and videotaping while you test your lights in the driver's seat might help verify if the bulbs turn on or not if you're by yourself. 🤓
Very good suggestion! Thank you @ewolfphotos.
Very good overview and many points here apply to other vehicle brands as well. I kind of hate it the new cars force you to buy special tools in order to do just one simple thing. However where is a will..there is a way.
Agreed!
Super helpful advice!!!
wow this was much more helpful for my specific car than most videos with tons of views. thanks!
btw do you know where the wheel lock generally is?
Thanks @tungadilla! Check the glovebox. We usually find the wheel lock security sockets there. Thanks for posting!
Don't forget the hybrid battery filter.
Your right. Thanks Jason!
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Can you show how to change the fuel filter?
For air pressure I go to Costco because it’s free and you can adjust the air you need and when you are at the right pressure it will give you a buzzer sound…👍🏽
Cool!
Very useful. Thank you
Thank you ma’am! 👍
12 likes on this video… you lady are doing a stupendous job🎉…thanx alot
Thanks for the encouragement!
Thank you for the video
You are most welcome @alecxixfernandez5212! Thanks for posting.
Is the engine air take filter supposed to be that color? I thought it was dirty, but you said it looked good
Hi Doug, they do come in different shades. This one was darker. Look for color saturation. If yours is darker in areas and lighter in others, then its probably dirty and best to replace it.
@@hopfammedia okay. Also just curious just I just bought my first Prius(used), are the brakes supposed to feel a little spongy with the regenerative brakes?
I don't think so. You might start by checking the brake fluid level and see that it's within the proper range.
Thanks dear I have two priuseszz
Congrats... Great cars!
Oh honey now I can die. Love, Dennis.@@hopfammedia
I meant I respect you lots and lots
Thanks Dennis
You could see the dirt on the clean side when it is really dirty, really! Seems kind of unbelievable.
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11.39 NOPE Not 35 psi in all tires. 35 psi front 33 psi rear 60 psi spare.
Wow you are pretty!