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  • bookauthor

    October 8, 2025 at 12:55 pm

    W. Sanchez:
    Left out the fact that the FUEL PUMP is IN THE FUEL TANK, IMMERSED IN GASOLINE!
    Gasoline COOLS the fuel pump.

    Running low on fuel potentially allows the fuel pump to OVERHEAT.
    Do it enough and you destroy that pump.

  • bookauthor

    January 3, 2026 at 5:51 pm

    Replace PCV Valve

    Drive the car for 20-30 minutes 1X week

    Do not let the fuel go below 25%

    Transmission fluid (also make sure there are no leaks) (check transmission fluid level, is it dirty)

    Brake fluid

    Engine Air Filter

    Belts and hoses (serpentine belt, timing belt)

    Battery terminals need to be clean (clean connections)

    Maintain tire air pressure

    Idle & Rev test

  • bookauthor

    January 4, 2026 at 2:48 pm
  • bookauthor

    January 4, 2026 at 10:20 pm
  • bookauthor

    January 6, 2026 at 8:52 pm

    A 2013 Prius does not have a timing belt.

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