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The July 2009 Road Trip route, with links. Adobe Acrobat file 497K Bill Merchant Jul 16, 2009
Have a coolant pump that squeals? Here's the Technical Service Bulletin that covers it's repair up to the 60,000 mile mark. Adobe Acrobat file 901K Bill Merchant Jun 10, 2008
This PDF reflects the content of the Federal Register Notices for May 30, 2008, with NHTSA's request for public comment on quiet cars and the blind. Response and comment may be made on line following the instructions in the document. Adobe Acrobat file 63K Bill Merchant Jun 5, 2008
Text of HR 5734 from the Thomas Register Adobe Acrobat file 57K Bill Merchant May 20, 2008
Here's a letter Angelica created to edit and send to your Congressional Representative. If the House passes it, the bill will move to the Senate. Please consider writing now. rich text file 8K Bill Merchant May 18, 2008
Here are recommendations from a Toyota service tech on what services a dealer may recommend and whether you really need them. You'll stay in warranty if you do the minimal maintenance as outlined in your Service Passport. Adobe Acrobat file 48K Bill Merchant May 17, 2008
The Prius goes through several stages before reaching peak efficiency. This chart, from a PriusChat.com member, explains each stage and the transition triggers. Adobe Acrobat file 16K Bill Merchant May 17, 2008
Chris Hogan's analysis of federal highway safety data showing blind pedestrians are safe from hybrid cars. Adobe Acrobat file 158K Bill Merchant May 16, 2008
A bill was introduced into Congress that would mandate noise makers on Prius and other "quiet" cars to protect blind pedestrians. The problem is, no blind person has been struck by a Prius! TAKE ACTION NOW! Adobe Acrobat file 99K Bill Merchant May 16, 2008
Here's how to change which doors unlock on an SKS equipped car. Adobe Acrobat file 30K Bill Merchant Apr 12, 2008
If you do your own service, here's how to turn off the MAINT REQD light. It will stay off for 4500 miles, then flash on when you start, at 5000 miles it stays on. Adobe Acrobat file 59K Bill Merchant Apr 2, 2008
A quick comparison of 2008 HSD vehicles, content developed by Highway to the Future Road Team. Adobe Acrobat file 48K Bill Merchant Apr 2, 2008
Here's a primer from Dr. Evan Fusco, originally posted on PriusChat.com to help you improve your fuel efficiency. Adobe Acrobat file 102K Bill Merchant Mar 22, 2008
Want to disable those annoying beeps? Here's the procedure for a Prius. Adobe Acrobat file 65K Bill Merchant Mar 17, 2008
Where to look under the hood if you need to jump start your Prius. an image 542K Bill Merchant Mar 17, 2008
Instructions for installing the VAIS iPod connection. The instructions are also applicable for installing the DICE iPod connector. Adobe Acrobat file 514K Bill Merchant Jan 28, 2008
A handy list of panic items. Relax, don't worry, read! Adobe Acrobat file 43K Bill Merchant Dec 2, 2006

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