How to Buy a Sun Shade for a Toyota Prius

Buying a sun shade for your Toyota Prius is easy, if you know where to look. Conventional sun shades are usually too small to fit the Prius' wide windshield, so you won't find one that works at a big box store or your local auto store. Read on for some ideas about where to find a sun shade that fits.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

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     Decide if you really need a sun shade for your Prius. If you can park in the shade most places you go, you're probably okay without one. On the other hand, if you frequently park your car in the sun, using a sun shade keeps the cabin shady and makes it easier for your car to keep cool.

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     Open your web browser and go to www.canvasworks.com. This is the homepage of the only known maker of a sun shade designed specifically for the Toyota Prius.

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     Click on the "Order HeatShields" graphic in the top right corner of the main page. If you want to get more information on the HeatShield sun shades first, click on "About HeatShields" instead.

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     Select "Toyota" from the list of available auto makers and click "Find Heatshields."

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     Scan down the alphabetized list of models and look for the Prius. Select your model based on when you bought it.

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     Double-check your make and model choice on the following screen. If the information is right, then click "Add to Cart."

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     Follow the site's checkout process once you've added the HeatShield to the cart.

Tips & Warnings

• You can also buy sun shades that fit the side and rear windows of your Prius. Do a Google search for "Prius sun shade" or see what's offered on Amazon.com to find these special shades.