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#63 of 83 Re: Steering wheel - control lights? [salwitz] by whitey9 May 07, 2009 (8:42 am)
Replying to: salwitz (May 07, 2009 7:26 am) My '07 lights up, but very, very dimly. It has to be pitch dark to see them. The dash lights are blindingly bright in comparison. I consider this a "shortage" that Toyota has given me due to the fact that they are so dim, they are hardly visible. With use, you will be able to hit the right button at night. It just take time to familiarize yourself with their placement. And if you have the Navi system, you can use voice commands for some of the features. Meanwhile, "practice makes perfect". I also consider the lack of a glovebox light(s) a "shortage". A rear dome light would have been nice. The lights in the bottom of the doors when they are open are nice, but perhaps lights in the dash vents was considered overkill. Armrest storage compartment light(s) must have been overkill too.   I really like my Prius, but the "furnishings" and appointments are just a tad Spartan for me. But then it IS a gas mileage kinda car. Replies to this message: salwitz (May 07, 2009 5:21 pm) whitey9 (Jun 05, 2009 1:41 pm) jpeters1970 (Aug 07, 2009 5:24 pm)
#64 of 83 Re: Steering wheel - control lights? [whitey9] by salwitz May 07, 2009 (5:21 pm)
Replying to: whitey9 (May 07, 2009 8:42 am) Well I checked with another guy at the dealership service center and he said no they don't illuminate at all. So much for that undocumented feature. Replies to this message: whitey9 (Jun 05, 2009 1:41 pm) jpeters1970 (Aug 07, 2009 5:24 pm)
#65 of 83 2005 Prius Left High Beam Out by pvandrew Jun 05, 2009 (6:03 am)
Is their anyone that has changed the High Beam on the left side and can explain how they gained access to the lamp?   Thanks, Pete Replies to this message: whitey9 (Jun 05, 2009 3:15 pm) tyler70 (Jul 16, 2009 3:46 am) whitey9 (Jul 16, 2009 4:29 am)
#66 of 83 Re: Steering wheel - control lights? [salwitz] by whitey9 Jun 05, 2009 (1:41 pm)
Replying to: salwitz (May 07, 2009 5:21 pm) Well, mine do, but I have an '07 with a pkg #6 everything ). BUT they are so very dim, that unless you are in a dark, dark place you have to concentrate to see them. It's note really worh taking your eyes off the road. You will get used to them, and one day ( night ) you'll see them.
#67 of 83 Re: 2005 Prius Left High Beam Out [pvandrew] by whitey9 Jun 05, 2009 (3:15 pm)
Replying to: pvandrew (Jun 05, 2009 6:03 am) My Owner's Manual sez remove the cover between the grille and the engine. It is held on w/six plastic "rivets". After that you can snake your hand down to the headlight and remove the cover, then the connector, and then the bulb. My car has HID lights, but yours may have halogen. DO NOT TOUCH THE GLASS ON THE BULB! It will prematurely burn out if you do. Also, removing the fusebox cover may help too. GOOD LUCK! Replies to this message: tyler70 (Jul 16, 2009 3:46 am) whitey9 (Jul 16, 2009 4:29 am)
#68 of 83 2010 prius headlights by tyler70 Jul 15, 2009 (10:33 pm)
I just got my 2010 prius and I dont like the headlights as they are too dark (amber like). I like brighter & whiter lights (like the xenon). can anyone please help and tell me if it is possible to replace these lights with lighter light bulbs.?
#69 of 83 Re: 2005 Prius Left High Beam Out [whitey9] by tyler70 Jul 16, 2009 (3:46 am)
Replying to: whitey9 (Jun 05, 2009 3:15 pm) Hi whitey9 My headlights are hologen and they are too dark & amber-like. do you know if I can change to a diff light bulbs to make them little brighter and whiter. ? thanks Replies to this message: whitey9 (Jul 16, 2009 4:29 am)
#70 of 83 '10 Prius headlights by whitey9 Jul 16, 2009 (4:16 am)
Yes you probably can with replacement "brighter" headlight bulbs like the "Silverstones". But you may face the same situation I did w/my Prius. Due to the increased current draw of the "Silverstones", the plastic connector, and some of the adjacent wiring melted. The light would not light, and due to the damage, I could not "unplug" it from the connector. I was, however, able to obtain a like connector and wiring pieces to save me from having to replace the complete headlight ass'y. These were NOT available from VW, but since I worked at Mercedes-Benz, I was able to find the "repair kit". My advice is to stick with what the Lord gave you. Or possibly face costly replacement(s).
#71 of 83 Re: 2005 Prius Left High Beam Out [tyler70] by whitey9 Jul 16, 2009 (4:29 am)
Replying to: tyler70 (Jul 16, 2009 3:46 am) To tell you the truth, the "Silverstones" didn't really perform a whole lot different/better than the "projection" headlights with the original factory halogen bulbs. I received a rebate when I bought the "Silverstones" and they cost maybe $10ea. But the "repair kits" and my labor made them no bargain.
#72 of 83 Sudden loss of power doing 65 MPH by wingman Jul 25, 2009 (1:52 am)
Returing home from Atlantic City there was a click and then no power. Engine just quit.   2007 Prius with less than 7500 miles. No nav.   Was doing 65 mph and in the passing lane with a bus on my tail. Finally got off road without getting killed. Put vehicle into park and turned off everything. Did a restart and had no more problems for the remaing 70 miles.   Really scarry.   Anyone else lose power? Replies to this message: texasprius2x (Aug 05, 2009 7:46 pm) whitey9 (Nov 05, 2009 5:03 am) jonnied (Nov 04, 2009 11:02 pm)

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