Are there any problems with my 2005 Prius?
Discussion in ‘ Gen 2 Prius Main Forum ‘ started by Sarah0316, Apr 22, 2013 . My 2005 prius seems to be having major issues. The check engine light came on and my husband ran the codes and it came up that the catalytic converter was inefficient or something like that.
Why did the Check Engine light come on on my 2005 Prius?
The check engine light came on and my husband ran the codes and it came up that the catalytic converter was inefficient or something like that. He assumed it was the o2 sensor and we didn’t get it fixed right away because he went out of town. A few days ago, I was driving the car ad the problem light came on.
How old is my 2008 Toyota Prius car?
I love my 2008 Toyota Prius. My wife wants a “new car” with the new gadgets. My response, “You have a 15 year old car in perfect mechanical shape, we’ve spent very little on it. HOW could you want a new car?”
Is the Toyota Prius a good car to buy?
The Prius is great for that! Hitting the gas charges the battery (and decelerating). It is spacious and comfortable. She can go fast, she can go slow. I love my 2008 Toyota Prius. My wife wants a “new car” with the new gadgets.
What causes a Toyota Prius to go downhill?
Going downhill on a snowy, slippery hill the anti-lock brakes repeatedly cut braking power, which actually causes the car to accelerate to unsafe speeds. My dealer tells me that this is how the car works, and nothing can be dome to correct it.
What causes a Toyota Prius to stall out?
Your car could stall because of the following issues: 1 Crankshaft/camshaft sensor problem 2 Fouled spark plugs 3 Clogged fuel injectors 4 Damaged ignition coil 5 Overheating fuel pump problem 6 Lean air-fuel mixture.
How many times has the Toyota Prius been recalled?
The 2005 Toyota Prius has been recalled 6 times by NHTSA.