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Rjf: Moved to EAA-PHEV:Prius_Modifications

2006-05-13T05:27:35Z

Moved to EAA-PHEV:Prius_Modifications

Rjf: /* Enabling EV-mode Button "H14 #27 to ground" */

2006-03-14T09:41:01Z

Enabling EV-mode Button "H14 #27 to ground"

24.53.134.130: /* Enabling even more Electric Vehicle features */

2006-02-16T12:05:48Z

Enabling even more Electric Vehicle features

Rjf: {{TOCright}} duplicate fix

2006-02-09T03:23:44Z

{{TOCright}} duplicate fix

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Rjf: /* PHEV Ratings */ Moved to Talk:EAA-PHEV

2006-02-09T03:20:09Z

PHEV Ratings: Moved to Talk:EAA-PHEV

Rjf: /* Enabling even more Electric Vehicle features */ update

2006-02-09T03:17:21Z

Enabling even more Electric Vehicle features: update

Rjf: DTC lookup link

2006-02-08T09:04:44Z

DTC lookup link

Rjf: /* Disabling Navigation Lock-Out */

2006-01-04T19:58:58Z

Disabling Navigation Lock-Out

65.91.120.126: /* Enabling EV-mode Button "H14 #27 to ground" */

2006-01-04T18:32:40Z

Enabling EV-mode Button "H14 #27 to ground"

Rjf: /* Tachometer Signal */

2005-12-06T12:29:37Z

Tachometer Signal

← Older revision		Revision as of 05:27, 13 May 2006
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−	~~{{TOCright}}~~	+	#redirect [[EAA-PHEV:Prius Modifications]]
−
−	~~See also the [[Toyota Prius]] page.~~
−
−	This is all entirely unofficial and I am not modifying the Prius untill the Insight is back on the road. Lookin for accessories? Check out [http://www.japanparts.com/db/category.php?dealer=2&car=12 japanparts.com] and [http://sigmaautomotive.com/jdm/prius/prius0405.php sigmaautomotive.com].
−	[http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/gridable-hybrids/message/1710 Some Toyota Contacts]. This might come in handy if you need to look up some [http://www.canobd2.com/support/DTC_lookup.asp DTC, CEL, error codes].
−
−	~~== Reminder Light Reset ==~~
−	*Power on car, Cycle ODO/TRIP, stopping on ODO, Power off car.
−	*Power on, while holding the ODO button
−	**Wait for reminder light to go out, then release ODO button.
−
−	~~== Disabling Reverse Beep ==~~
−	*Power on the car, Cycle ODO/TRIP, stopping on ODO, Power off the car.
−	*Power on, within 6 seconds, hold ODO for at least 10 seconds.
−	*While still holding ODO shift into Reverse and back into Park.
−	*'''b-on''' shows on speedometer display, press ODO to cycle to "b-off".
−	** from : [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius-2G/files/Prius_FAQ.htm#reverse] [http://www.vfaq.net/FAQ-misc.html#reverse] [http://www.priusonline.com/viewtopic.php?t=948] [http://priuschat.com/forums/kb.php?mode=article&k=7] [http://hybridcars.about.com/od/ownership/ht/priusbeepoff.htm]
−	* This also works for the seatbelt beep, replace shifting with buckling/un-buckling.
−
−
−	* http://priuschat.com/index.php?showtopic=7812 Disabling button beeps!?
−
−	~~== Tachometer Signal ==~~
−	Found it at [http://www.vfaq.net vfaq.net] which has an image in the mods-Buttons/Guages section, [http://www.vfaq.net/pics/04_TachECM.gif 04_TachECM.gif] contributed by Wayne Brown, which shows ?pin 23? (the 5th down in the 3rd row of pins) on the top connector on the ECM to be a tach signal wire which should drive a standard tachometer. [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius_Technical_Stuff/message/14662]
−
−	~~== Touch screen diags, for 2004 or newer ==~~
−	~~''Use of this information might result in disabling your vehicle, use it at your own risk.''~~
−	* Hold '''Info''' button while turning the lights on and off 3 times, you can wait for system checks. -OR-<br>Press the display button, then press the left upper and lower corners within the display settings box 3 times.
−	** If codes exist press '''LAN Mon''', then '''CHEK''' to show codes or hold '''code clr''' to clear codes.
−	~~<!-- EMV LAN Codes I have reset~~
−	~~Code:01-D5 Sub-Code:190-35-A~~
−	~~Code:01-D9 Sub-Code:190-31-1~~
−
−	~~http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius-2G/message/43857~~
−	~~Out of gas code: 1C6-27-3~~
−	~~-->~~
−	* From the initial screen, hold '''Info''' button while turning the lights on and off 3 times<br>for ''Model Info Set Up (type)'' screen. '''I do not know what these do, use at your own risk'''.
−	** Types are : '''690N''' 740N 836N 783N 620N 808N 480X 900N 382X 290X<br>Types are : 901N EMV AVX(ten) AVX(nat) AVX_HV(ten) AVX_HV(nat) 749N
−	* Use the '''Menu''' button to reach the ''Diagnosis Menu'', press the '''Display Check''' and then<br>'''Vehicle Signal Check''' to show the accessory battery voltage and other information.
−	* From the ''Diagnosis Menu'' press upper-left then lower-right screen corners for ''PDM'' menu.
−	** All buttons except for perhaps the '''Init. BackUp''' may be safe to use.
−	* From ''PDM'' screen, hold '''Info''' button while turning the lights on and off 3 times for an untitled screen.
−	** Here you find a number of options stating ''success'' or ''PGM rqd'' including TKM, Flicker,<br> setting:Tape/'''MD''', setting Address:'''110H'''/120H, setting AC:'''off'''/on, and setting Auto:'''off'''/on
−	* Hold the physical Display button to exit at any time, or simply power off the car.
−	~~Thanks to [http://www.vassfamily.net/ToyotaPrius/TipsTricks.html vsssfamily.net] and [http://www.vassfamily.net/ToyotaPrius/Custommenus.html images]!~~
−	I also found a [http://miarroba.com/foros/ver.php?foroid=730079&temaid=4152800 Spanish] site with lots of photos [http://babelfish.altavista.com/babelfish/trurl_pagecontent?lp=es_en&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmiarroba.com%2Fforos%2Fver.php%3Fforoid%3D730079%26temaid%3D4152800 English Translated].
−
−	~~== Disabling Traction Control ==~~
−	'''WARNING: The shop manual apparently states in no uncertain terms that this procedure must NOT be used to drive the car as damage to the transmission could occur due to traction control being defeated.'''
−	* Follow the sequence below (quickly - within 60 seconds)
−	* Set Ign switch to ON, not READY (Power button twice, no brake)
−	* While still in "P" fully depress the gas pedal two times.
−	* Select "N" fully depress the gas pedal two times.
−	* Select "P" fully depress the gas pedal two times.<br>(LCD display will indicate a !Car! in upper left corner of screen)
−	* Turn key directly to "start" to start the engine (brake+start button)
−	It forces the ICE to run continuosly and defeats the traction control system. Normal operation returns after turn off and reboot. Unlike EV-Mode this is '''strictly a diagnostic function and should not be used under normal situations'''. Thanks to Peter Rawlinson for posting this on the [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius_Technical_Stuff/message/13315 Yahoo Prius_Technical_Stuff] group. More discussions can be found here: [http://priuschat.com/Thinking-about-disconnecting-traction-control-t12860.html], [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius-2G/message/46367], [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/toyota-prius/message/90032].
−
−	~~== Disabling Navigation Lock-Out ==~~
−	~~When moving faster than a very slow speed, many of the navigation setting buttons are disabled (grayed-out). This sequence will override the lock-out until the car is powered off.~~
−	* Press the "Menu" button (hardware button)
−	* Press the "Voice" icon on the display
−	* Press the upper left corner of the display, where the speaker icon is
−	* Press the lower left corner
−	* Press the upper left corner again
−	* Press the lower left corner again
−	* The screen should change to a diagnostic screen
−	* Hold the "Override" button for several seconds until it changes to black
−	~~Warning: do not play with things on this screen that you don't know about!~~
−
−	~~[http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius-2G/message/47482]~~
−
−	~~== Reprogramming the Key Fob ==~~
−	* http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius_Technical_Stuff/message/13373
−	** http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius-2G/files/Manuals/smartkey_programming.htm
−	* Classic Prius
−	** http://www.coastaletech.com/transmitters.htm
−	** http://www.coastaletech.com/keys.htm
−
−	~~== Regen/Friction Brake indication ==~~
−	~~Hobbit has put put together a [http://techno-fandom.org/~hobbit/cars/bp/ hydraulic brake pressure sensor] system to give feedback on the brake system.~~
−
−
−
−	~~== Enabling EV-mode Button "H14~~ #~~27 to ground" ==~~
−	~~See more Prius EV fun on the~~ [[EAA-PHEV:Prius ~~PHEV]] page.~~
−
−	The EV-Mode Button is a standard part of the Japan and EU Prius but was not installed in the US versions, perhaps because of extended warranties in Ca due to AT-PZEV regulations and qualifications criteria. The US Prius is still entirely aware of the EV-Mode though it can never get the signal or command to enter or exit the mode because a wire, light and button are missing. EV-Mode is a very ''enlightening'' feature as it ''encourages'' the Prius to stay in its electric mode for far longer than it normally would.
−	~~It will normally drive 1 to 2 miles and up to 3 miles on a fully charged battery, after which it must restart the engine and use gasoline to recharge the battery.~~
−	It is not a good idea to fully cycle the battery often as this decreases any battery's life and is not helpful for mileage if used improperly. If used correctly is can be advantagious for times when you know you won't need to start the engine. It's also fun for showing off and offers a small glimpse of the potential of electric vehicles.
−
−	~~The ev-mode function itself is activated and deactivated by grounding the H14 #27 pin on the HV ECU located behind the glove box(s).~~
−	[http://www.coastaletech.com CoastalTech.com] <!--(321 727 8457)-->(ph) has a well integrated 3-wire EV-Button kit with easy instructions or [http://www.calcars.org/prius-evbutton-install.pdf prius-evbutton-install.pdf] from [http://www.calcars.org calcars.org] and [http://www.vfaq.net/mods/EV-button-Y.html EV-button-Y.html] from [http://www.vfaq.net vfaq.net] have more information for "do it yourself" kind of people like me. I also found a [http://www.scubadivervideo.com/Files/factoryEV.pdf factoryEV.pdf] by ScubaX at [http://priuschat.com/Factory-EV-Switch-Install-t11338.html PriusChat] which I had hoped would lead to the ev-status illumination solution, but instead simply found that the dimmer switch white/black stripe wire to be ground(-) and the grey wire to be illumination control.
−	~~I'm looking for the steering pad wire diagram as I'd like to use the recirculation button as the ev-button, but it's probably not a simple ground.~~
−
−	~~Four things that cancel EV-Mode.~~
−	* Battery reaches 2 out of 8 battery bars worth of charge.
−	* Speed reaches 34mph.
−	** EV-only driving regularly occurs even at freeway speeds when there is ample battery energy.
−	* Accellerator pedal is depressed more than half to 3/4 of the way down.
−	* Pushing EV-Mode button.
−
−	~~Things you need to add the feature.~~
−	* '''22 gauge wire''', about 6 feet.
−	* Standard Philips screwdriver.
−	* Small Jewler's screwdriver.
−	* Soldering may be required.
−	* 1/2 to 3 hours of time.
−
−	~~===EV-Mode and your Warranty===~~
−	* [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/priusplus/message/495 Regarding your warranty] - Yahoo PriusPlus post.
−	** http://www.sema.org/main/semaorghome.aspx?ID=50096 '''The Law'''
−	** Federal law sets forth requirements for warranties and contains a number of provisions to prevent vehicle manufacturers, dealers and others from unjustly denying warranty coverage. With regard to aftermarket parts, the spirit of the law is that warranty coverage cannot be denied simply because such parts are present on the vehicle, or have been used(see [http://www.sema.org/Main/SemaOrgHome.aspx?ID=50100 Attachment A]).The warranty coverage can be denied only if the aftermarket part caused the malfunction or damage for which warranty coverage is sought. Disputes in this area usually boil down to arguments over facts and technical opinions, rather than arguments over interpretations of the law.
−
−	~~== Enabling even more Electric Vehicle features ==~~
−	~~Those features which you may associate with Hybrids may actually be electric vehicle features such as no idling, quiet operation, and regenerative braking.~~
−	~~Unfortunently, as of yet many of the greatest aspects of battery electric vehicles, or BEVs are not available in current Hybrids.~~
−	The EV-Button still doesn't allow you to recharge the batteries with electricity from a fuel source of your choice. Though it does hold the potential of a fuel choice which is already widely available and potentially renewable. By Plugging-In to an electrical outlet you can dramatically improve your ''gas'' mileage. The Grid is more than capable of supporting a large number of BEVs or PHEVs before it would require additional capacity, in fact it may help to ''load balance'' the grid.
−
−	~~See also: [[Hybrid Conversions]] & the [[EAA-PHEV~~]] ~~Project page.~~

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 == Enabling EV-mode Button "H14 #27 to ground" ==
 The EV-Mode Button is a standard part of the Japan and EU Prius but was not installed in the US versions, perhaps because of extended warranties in Ca due to AT-PZEV regulations and qualifications criteria.  The US Prius is still entirely aware of the EV-Mode though it can never get the signal or command to enter or exit the mode because a wire, light and button are missing.  EV-Mode is a very ''enlightening'' feature as it ''encourages'' the Prius to stay in its electric mode for far longer than it normally would.
 It will normally drive 1 to 2 miles and up to 3 miles on a fully charged battery, after which it must restart the engine and use gasoline to recharge the battery.

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 == Enabling even more Electric Vehicle features ==
-Those features which you may associate with Hybrids may actually be electric vehicle features such as no idleing, quiet opperation, and regenerative braking.
+Those features which you may associate with Hybrids may actually be electric vehicle features such as no idling, quiet operation, and regenerative braking.
-Unfortunently as of yet many of the greatest aspects of battery electric vehicles, or BEVs are not available in current Hybrids.
+Unfortunently, as of yet many of the greatest aspects of battery electric vehicles, or BEVs are not available in current Hybrids.
-The EV-Button still doesn't allow you to recharge the batteries with electricity from a fuel source of your choice.  Though it does hold the potential of a fuel choice which is already widely available and potentially renewable.  By Plugging-In to an electrical outlet you can dramatically improve your ''gas'' mileage.  The Grid is more than capable of supporting a large number of BEVs or PHEVs before it would require additional capacity, in fact it may help to ''load ballance'' the grid.
+The EV-Button still doesn't allow you to recharge the batteries with electricity from a fuel source of your choice.  Though it does hold the potential of a fuel choice which is already widely available and potentially renewable.  By Plugging-In to an electrical outlet you can dramatically improve your ''gas'' mileage.  The Grid is more than capable of supporting a large number of BEVs or PHEVs before it would require additional capacity, in fact it may help to ''load balance'' the grid.
 See also: [[Hybrid Conversions]] & the [[EAA-PHEV]] Project page.

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		+	See also the [[Toyota Prius]] page.
		+
		+	This is all entirely unofficial and I am not modifying the Prius untill the Insight is back on the road. Lookin for accessories? Check out [http://www.japanparts.com/db/category.php?dealer=2&car=12 japanparts.com] and [http://sigmaautomotive.com/jdm/prius/prius0405.php sigmaautomotive.com].
		+	[http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/gridable-hybrids/message/1710 Some Toyota Contacts]. This might come in handy if you need to look up some CEL error codes, http://www.canobd2.com/support/DTC_lookup.asp
		+
		+	== Reminder Light Reset ==
		+	*Power on car, Cycle ODO/TRIP, stopping on ODO, Power off car.
		+	*Power on, while holding the ODO button
		+	**Wait for reminder light to go out, then release ODO button.
		+
		+	== Disabling Reverse Beep ==
		+	*Power on the car, Cycle ODO/TRIP, stopping on ODO, Power off the car.
		+	*Power on, within 6 seconds, hold ODO for at least 10 seconds.
		+	*While still holding ODO shift into Reverse and back into Park.
		+	*'''b-on''' shows on speedometer display, press ODO to cycle to "b-off".
		+	** from : [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius-2G/files/Prius_FAQ.htm#reverse] [http://www.vfaq.net/FAQ-misc.html#reverse] [http://www.priusonline.com/viewtopic.php?t=948] [http://priuschat.com/forums/kb.php?mode=article&k=7] [http://hybridcars.about.com/od/ownership/ht/priusbeepoff.htm]
		+	* This also works for the seatbelt beep, replace shifting with buckling/un-buckling.
		+
		+
		+	* http://priuschat.com/index.php?showtopic=7812 Disabling button beeps!?
		+
		+	== Tachometer Signal ==
		+	Found it at [http://www.vfaq.net vfaq.net] which has an image in the mods-Buttons/Guages section, [http://www.vfaq.net/pics/04_TachECM.gif 04_TachECM.gif] contributed by Wayne Brown, which shows ?pin 23? (the 5th down in the 3rd row of pins) on the top connector on the ECM to be a tach signal wire which should drive a standard tachometer. [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius_Technical_Stuff/message/14662]
		+
		+	== Touch screen diags, for 2004 or newer ==
		+	''Use of this information might result in disabling your vehicle, use it at your own risk.''
		+	* Hold '''Info''' button while turning the lights on and off 3 times, you can wait for system checks. -OR-<br>Press the display button, then press the left upper and lower corners within the display settings box 3 times.
		+	** If codes exist press '''LAN Mon''', then '''CHEK''' to show codes or hold '''code clr''' to clear codes.
		+	<!-- EMV LAN Codes I have reset
		+	Code:01-D5 Sub-Code:190-35-A
		+	Code:01-D9 Sub-Code:190-31-1
		+
		+	http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius-2G/message/43857
		+	Out of gas code: 1C6-27-3
		+	-->
		+	* From the initial screen, hold '''Info''' button while turning the lights on and off 3 times<br>for ''Model Info Set Up (type)'' screen. '''I do not know what these do, use at your own risk'''.
		+	** Types are : '''690N''' 740N 836N 783N 620N 808N 480X 900N 382X 290X<br>Types are : 901N EMV AVX(ten) AVX(nat) AVX_HV(ten) AVX_HV(nat) 749N
		+	* Use the '''Menu''' button to reach the ''Diagnosis Menu'', press the '''Display Check''' and then<br>'''Vehicle Signal Check''' to show the accessory battery voltage and other information.
		+	* From the ''Diagnosis Menu'' press upper-left then lower-right screen corners for ''PDM'' menu.
		+	** All buttons except for perhaps the '''Init. BackUp''' may be safe to use.
		+	* From ''PDM'' screen, hold '''Info''' button while turning the lights on and off 3 times for an untitled screen.
		+	** Here you find a number of options stating ''success'' or ''PGM rqd'' including TKM, Flicker,<br> setting:Tape/'''MD''', setting Address:'''110H'''/120H, setting AC:'''off'''/on, and setting Auto:'''off'''/on
		+	* Hold the physical Display button to exit at any time, or simply power off the car.
		+	Thanks to [http://www.vassfamily.net/ToyotaPrius/TipsTricks.html vsssfamily.net] and [http://www.vassfamily.net/ToyotaPrius/Custommenus.html images]!
		+	I also found a [http://miarroba.com/foros/ver.php?foroid=730079&temaid=4152800 Spanish] site with lots of photos [http://babelfish.altavista.com/babelfish/trurl_pagecontent?lp=es_en&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmiarroba.com%2Fforos%2Fver.php%3Fforoid%3D730079%26temaid%3D4152800 English Translated].
		+
		+	== Disabling Traction Control ==
		+	'''WARNING: The shop manual apparently states in no uncertain terms that this procedure must NOT be used to drive the car as damage to the transmission could occur due to traction control being defeated.'''
		+	* Follow the sequence below (quickly - within 60 seconds)
		+	* Set Ign switch to ON, not READY (Power button twice, no brake)
		+	* While still in "P" fully depress the gas pedal two times.
		+	* Select "N" fully depress the gas pedal two times.
		+	* Select "P" fully depress the gas pedal two times.<br>(LCD display will indicate a !Car! in upper left corner of screen)
		+	* Turn key directly to "start" to start the engine (brake+start button)
		+	It forces the ICE to run continuosly and defeats the traction control system. Normal operation returns after turn off and reboot. Unlike EV-Mode this is '''strictly a diagnostic function and should not be used under normal situations'''. Thanks to Peter Rawlinson for posting this on the [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius_Technical_Stuff/message/13315 Yahoo Prius_Technical_Stuff] group. More discussions can be found here: [http://priuschat.com/Thinking-about-disconnecting-traction-control-t12860.html], [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius-2G/message/46367], [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/toyota-prius/message/90032].
		+
		+	== Disabling Navigation Lock-Out ==
		+	When moving faster than a very slow speed, many of the navigation setting buttons are disabled (grayed-out). This sequence will override the lock-out until the car is powered off.
		+	* Press the "Menu" button (hardware button)
		+	* Press the "Voice" icon on the display
		+	* Press the upper left corner of the display, where the speaker icon is
		+	* Press the lower left corner
		+	* Press the upper left corner again
		+	* Press the lower left corner again
		+	* The screen should change to a diagnostic screen
		+	* Hold the "Override" button for several seconds until it changes to black
		+	Warning: do not play with things on this screen that you don't know about!
		+
		+	[http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius-2G/message/47482]
		+
		+	== Reprogramming the Key Fob ==
		+	* http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius_Technical_Stuff/message/13373
		+	** http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius-2G/files/Manuals/smartkey_programming.htm
		+	* Classic Prius
		+	** http://www.coastaletech.com/transmitters.htm
		+	** http://www.coastaletech.com/keys.htm
		+
		+	== Regen/Friction Brake indication ==
		+	Hobbit has put put together a [http://techno-fandom.org/~hobbit/cars/bp/ hydraulic brake pressure sensor] system to give feedback on the brake system.
		+
		+
		+
		+	== Enabling EV-mode Button "H14 #27 to ground" ==
		+	The EV-Mode Button is a standard part of the Japan and EU Prius but was not installed in the US versions, perhaps because of extended warranties in Ca due to AT-PZEV regulations and qualifications criteria. The US Prius is still entirely aware of the EV-Mode though it can never get the signal or command to enter or exit the mode because a wire, light and button are missing. EV-Mode is a very ''enlightening'' feature as it ''encourages'' the Prius to stay in its electric mode for far longer than it normally would.
		+	It will normally drive 1 to 2 miles and up to 3 miles on a fully charged battery, after which it must restart the engine and use gasoline to recharge the battery.
		+	It is not a good idea to fully cycle the battery often as this decreases any battery's life and is not helpful for mileage if used improperly. If used correctly is can be advantagious for times when you know you won't need to start the engine. It's also fun for showing off and offers a small glimpse of the potential of electric vehicles.
		+
		+	The ev-mode function itself is activated and deactivated by grounding the H14 #27 pin on the HV ECU located behind the glove box(s).
		+	[http://www.coastaletech.com CoastalTech.com] <!--(321 727 8457)-->(ph) has a well integrated 3-wire EV-Button kit with easy instructions or [http://www.calcars.org/prius-evbutton-install.pdf prius-evbutton-install.pdf] from [http://www.calcars.org calcars.org] and [http://www.vfaq.net/mods/EV-button-Y.html EV-button-Y.html] from [http://www.vfaq.net vfaq.net] have more information for "do it yourself" kind of people like me. I also found a [http://www.scubadivervideo.com/Files/factoryEV.pdf factoryEV.pdf] by ScubaX at [http://priuschat.com/Factory-EV-Switch-Install-t11338.html PriusChat] which I had hoped would lead to the ev-status illumination solution, but instead simply found that the dimmer switch white/black stripe wire to be ground(-) and the grey wire to be illumination control.
		+	I'm looking for the steering pad wire diagram as I'd like to use the recirculation button as the ev-button, but it's probably not a simple ground.
		+
		+	Four things that cancel EV-Mode.
		+	* Battery reaches 2 out of 8 battery bars worth of charge.
		+	* Speed reaches 34mph.
		+	** EV-only driving regularly occurs even at freeway speeds when there is ample battery energy.
		+	* Accellerator pedal is depressed more than half to 3/4 of the way down.
		+	* Pushing EV-Mode button.
		+
		+	Things you need to add the feature.
		+	* '''22 gauge wire''', about 6 feet.
		+	* Standard Philips screwdriver.
		+	* Small Jewler's screwdriver.
		+	* Soldering may be required.
		+	* 1/2 to 3 hours of time.
		+
		+	===EV-Mode and your Warranty===
		+	* [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/priusplus/message/495 Regarding your warranty] - Yahoo PriusPlus post.
		+	** http://www.sema.org/main/semaorghome.aspx?ID=50096 '''The Law'''
		+	** Federal law sets forth requirements for warranties and contains a number of provisions to prevent vehicle manufacturers, dealers and others from unjustly denying warranty coverage. With regard to aftermarket parts, the spirit of the law is that warranty coverage cannot be denied simply because such parts are present on the vehicle, or have been used(see [http://www.sema.org/Main/SemaOrgHome.aspx?ID=50100 Attachment A]).The warranty coverage can be denied only if the aftermarket part caused the malfunction or damage for which warranty coverage is sought. Disputes in this area usually boil down to arguments over facts and technical opinions, rather than arguments over interpretations of the law.
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		+	== Enabling even more Electric Vehicle features ==
		+	Those features which you may associate with Hybrids may actually be electric vehicle features such as no idleing, quiet opperation, and regenerative braking.
		+	Unfortunently as of yet many of the greatest aspects of battery electric vehicles, or BEVs are not available in current Hybrids.
		+	The EV-Button still doesn't allow you to recharge the batteries with electricity from a fuel source of your choice. Though it does hold the potential of a fuel choice which is already widely available and potentially renewable. By Plugging-In to an electrical outlet you can dramatically improve your ''gas'' mileage. The Grid is more than capable of supporting a large number of BEVs or PHEVs before it would require additional capacity, in fact it may help to ''load ballance'' the grid.
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		+	See also: [[Hybrid Conversions]] & the [[EAA-PHEV]] Project page.
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	See also the [[Toyota Prius]] page.		See also the [[Toyota Prius]] page.

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 Those features which you may associate with Hybrids may actually be electric vehicle features such as no idleing, quiet opperation, and regenerative braking.
 Unfortunently as of yet many of the greatest aspects of battery electric vehicles, or BEVs are not available in current Hybrids.
-The EV-Button still doesn't allow you to recharge the batteries with electricity from a fuel source of your choice.  Though it does hold the potential of a fuel choice which is already widely available and potentially renewable.  By Plugging-In to an electrical outlet you can dramatically improve your ''gas'' mileage.  The Grid is far more capable of supporting a large number of BEVs or PHEVs before it would require additional capacity, in fact it may help to ''ballance'' the grid.
+The EV-Button still doesn't allow you to recharge the batteries with electricity from a fuel source of your choice.  Though it does hold the potential of a fuel choice which is already widely available and potentially renewable.  By Plugging-In to an electrical outlet you can dramatically improve your ''gas'' mileage.  The Grid is more than capable of supporting a large number of BEVs or PHEVs before it would require additional capacity, in fact it may help to ''load ballance'' the grid.
-* [[Hybrid Conversions]] & [[EAA-PHEV]] SEVA pageS.
+See also: [[Hybrid Conversions]] & the [[EAA-PHEV]] Project page.
 == PHEV Ratings ==

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 This is all entirely unofficial and I am not modifying the Prius untill the Insight is back on the road.  Lookin for accessories? Check out [http://www.japanparts.com/db/category.php?dealer=2&car=12 japanparts.com] and [http://sigmaautomotive.com/jdm/prius/prius0405.php sigmaautomotive.com].
-[http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/gridable-hybrids/message/1710 Some Toyota Contacts]
+[http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/gridable-hybrids/message/1710 Some Toyota Contacts].  This might come in handy if you need to look up some CEL error codes, http://www.canobd2.com/support/DTC_lookup.asp
 == Reminder Light Reset ==

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 * Hold the "Override" button for several seconds until it changes to black
 Warning: do not play with things on this screen that you don't know about!
 == Reprogramming the Key Fob ==

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 It is not a good idea to fully cycle the battery often as this decreases any battery's life and is not helpful for mileage if used improperly.   If used correctly is can be advantagious for times when you know you won't need to start the engine.  It's also fun for showing off and offers a small glimpse of the potential of electric vehicles.
-The ev-mode funcion itself is activated and deactivated by grounding the H14 #27 pin on the HV ECU located behind the glove box(s).
+The ev-mode function itself is activated and deactivated by grounding the H14 #27 pin on the HV ECU located behind the glove box(s).
 [http://www.coastaletech.com CoastalTech.com] <!--(321 727 8457)-->(ph) has a well integrated 3-wire EV-Button kit with easy instructions or [http://www.calcars.org/prius-evbutton-install.pdf prius-evbutton-install.pdf] from [http://www.calcars.org calcars.org] and [http://www.vfaq.net/mods/EV-button-Y.html EV-button-Y.html] from [http://www.vfaq.net vfaq.net] have more information for "do it yourself" kind of people like me.  I also found a [http://www.scubadivervideo.com/Files/factoryEV.pdf factoryEV.pdf] by ScubaX at [http://priuschat.com/Factory-EV-Switch-Install-t11338.html PriusChat] which I had hoped would lead to the ev-status illumination solution, but instead simply found that the dimmer switch white/black stripe wire to be ground(-) and the grey wire to be illumination control.
 I'm looking for the steering pad wire diagram as I'd like to use the recirculation button as the ev-button, but it's probably not a simple ground.

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 == Tachometer Signal ==
-Found it at [http://www.vfaq.net vfaq.net] which has an image in the mods-Buttons/Guages section, [http://www.vfaq.net/pics/04_TachECM.gif 04_TachECM.gif] contributed by Wayne Brown, which shows ?pin 23? (the 5th down in the 3rd row of pins) on the top connector on the ECM to be a tach signal wire which should drive a standard tachometer.
+Found it at [http://www.vfaq.net vfaq.net] which has an image in the mods-Buttons/Guages section, [http://www.vfaq.net/pics/04_TachECM.gif 04_TachECM.gif] contributed by Wayne Brown, which shows ?pin 23? (the 5th down in the 3rd row of pins) on the top connector on the ECM to be a tach signal wire which should drive a standard tachometer. [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Prius_Technical_Stuff/message/14662]
 == Touch screen diags, for 2004 or newer ==