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Aftermarket Additions to Prius by catringos
Feb 26, 2008 (9:56 pm)
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Hi,
 
Does anyone know if it is possible to add stability control to a Prius aftermarket? If it is possible, I'd appreciate any advice on how to do so.
 
I am also considering adding a sunroof and cruise control aftermarket. Is there any reason why anyone would recommend not adding these options aftermarket? Does anyone know if these additions would affect the warranty?
 
Thank you,
 
Bob
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Re: Aftermarket Additions to Prius [catringos] by 210delray
Feb 27, 2008 (8:07 am)
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Replying to: catringos (Feb 26, 2008 9:56 pm)

You cannot add stability control in the aftermarket. I wouldn't let anyone cut a hole in my roof either (other than the factory), although I suppose someone could do it (might be a little problematic with the Prius' "double bubble" roof). Cruise control should be doable. I would think the warranty would be unaffected unless the aftermarket installation causes a factory-installed item to go bad.
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Re: Aftermarket Additions to Prius [catringos] by stevegold
Feb 27, 2008 (1:46 pm)
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Replying to: catringos (Feb 26, 2008 9:56 pm)

My nephew Bruce, added leather seats and a sunroof to his Prius in CA, 2-3 years ago.
He would be glad to answer any questions.
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Re: HELP 2008 Prius Ipod connection [dilbertic] by cleblanc
Mar 09, 2008 (2:02 pm)
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Replying to: dilbertic (Dec 15, 2007 4:57 pm)

This may be a little late but i highly recommend the one made by VAISTECH. I have the SLI unit in my 2007 Lexus ES350. They make them for Lexus and Toyota. They are a great company and it's a great product.
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Adding a DVD Player to the Prius? by larryallen707
Mar 10, 2008 (11:24 am)
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Any problem adding aftermarket electronics to a hybrid like a Prius? I want to be able to use the Prius for family trips but fact is my kids like to watch tv on long trips and that makes the trip better for all of us! Any problem adding electric drains like a video player/TV? I assume not but thought I would check.
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aftermarket computer chips by tnel332
Mar 13, 2008 (4:45 pm)
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A friend of mine gave me the site for coastal etech because he thought I might be interested in a computer chip they sell for 45 bucks. Supposedly it increases the mph from 20 to about 34 before the gas engine kicks in. Sounds great but I have a feeling that it would void the warranty. I assume I am correct?
Got the car yesterday...simply amazing.
Tom
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Re: aftermarket computer chips [tnel332] by 210delray
Mar 13, 2008 (6:54 pm)
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Replying to: tnel332 (Mar 13, 2008 4:45 pm)

Run, don't walk, away from that!
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Re: aftermarket computer chips [tnel332] by stevegold
Mar 13, 2008 (7:51 pm)
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Replying to: tnel332 (Mar 13, 2008 4:45 pm)

The "E" (electric only) chip comes pre-installed in Japan and England. The purpose is to keep the gasoline engine from coming on thereby allowing more use of the battery/electric motor. If the battery is fully charged AND I'm on level ground AND I don't go more than 32 mph AND I don't suddenly step on the gas, the car will run all electric until any one of those conditions fails. The furthest I could go was about 1/2 mile so the accessory is useless except to give all electric demos. I installed it in 2005 and haven't even turned it on in over three years. The next generation will have that and Li-Ion batteries that will enable a few miles of gasoline free driving with a plug in charger to fully charge the batteries the night before. Great if you drive 5 miles round trip per day on flat roads. Skip it for now.
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computer chip by tnel332
Mar 14, 2008 (3:02 pm)
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Yeah, I thought it would be a waste. Thank for the input everybody.
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Irritating Reset Button on Consumption Screen by simihills
Mar 15, 2008 (3:28 pm)
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Is there any way to cancel the Reset if it is accidentally touched? I would have prefered something requiring a more deliberate action for resetting my mileage calculation. I accidentally hit several times when switching between the Climate Control and Consumption screen (the temp buttons are located in the same general area).
 
AJH

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