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Old 11-30-2023, 10:06 AM   #56 (permalink)
Isaac Zachary
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Avalon - '13 Toyota Avalon HV
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Originally Posted by redpoint5 View Post
You misunderstand. I didn't say the engine comes on and then engine brakes. It just comes on and has no effect on the speed. Vehicles in general don't automatically engine break, you have to initiate that.

For context, I've posted this question on PriusChat, where all the diehards and geeks that know everything about a Prius hang out, and nobody's got a clue.
And as another Toyota hybrid owner, I can also attest there are times the engine will turn on and won't shut off and I have no clue as to why. Battery temps maybe, with the engine ready to take over for lower potential electric output? I don't know...
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