MFD Problems NOW in Russia :(((

[Prius_Russia]

Hello !

Best Regards From Russia !
My Used Prius NW20 (exported from Belgium) has problems exactly like in
http://priuschat.com/TSB-EL002-05-Mu...ve-t18112.html
But in Russia we have no official service for Hybrids cars and new MFD - VERY EXPANCIVE (5 000 US $ at list) .
Is it some body nows how to repaire my existing MFD (Its look like bad solder inside - if yes were is it??)

I Russia (and in Moscow ) we have small group of Hybids Crazy Users

All the Best and Thanks !!!

[SomervillePrius]

Ungh,

I seem to remember a few posts here about people buying used MFDs mcuh cheaper then list price. If you are lucky maybe you can find a junk yard shop in Belgium and buy a working/used one cheaper?

I have no idea about the solder.

[qbee42]

Most MFD repairs are done by swapping your dead MFD for a rebuilt unit which has been repaired at the factory. Take a look at this posting: http://priuschat.com/index.php?showtopic=26072

Tom

[Betelgeuse]

In Soviet Russia, MFD fails you!

(sorry. . . I couldn't resist)

[Prius_Russia]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Betelgeuse @ Mar 9 2007, 12:01 PM) [snapback]402829[/snapback]</div>

In Soviet Russia, MFD fails you!

(sorry. . . I couldn't resist)
[/b]

Yes, and it looks as diversion of Japan Сapitalist

(sorry. . . I couldn't resist)

[Prius_Russia]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Prius_Russia @ Mar 9 2007, 12:12 PM) [snapback]402837[/snapback]</div>

Yes, and it looks as diversion of Japan Сapitalist

(sorry. . . I couldn't resist)

[/b]

OK !

No Ideas - so BAD ! Is it hardware or software problems ??????

[jayman]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Prius_Russia @ Mar 12 2007, 11:52 AM) [snapback]404200[/snapback]</div>

Is it hardware or software problems ??????
[/b]

Almost certainly a hardware problem with the MFD itself. This is a known issue here in North America, especially with the 2004 Prius cars. So far, my 2004 Prius has not exibited any symptoms. Perhaps the climate controlled parking at my condo helps in that regard.

I'm unsure if you can source the much cheaper rebuilt MFD's from your country, without worrying about VAT, duty, etc. Is it possible to check with Toyota dealers in the EU?

Wishing you luck with the MFD issue. Although it's certainly a high-tech gadget, a failure really locks you out of many functions. The steering wheel buttons only help a little. Sometimes, old fashioned knobs work best, especially for climate control.

[Prius_Russia]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(jayman @ Mar 12 2007, 08:38 PM) [snapback]404501[/snapback]</div>

Almost certainly a hardware problem with the MFD itself. This is a known issue here in North America, especially with the 2004 Prius cars. So far, my 2004 Prius has not exibited any symptoms. Perhaps the climate controlled parking at my condo helps in that regard.

I'm unsure if you can source the much cheaper rebuilt MFD's from your country, without worrying about VAT, duty, etc. Is it possible to check with Toyota dealers in the EU?

Wishing you luck with the MFD issue. Although it's certainly a high-tech gadget, a failure really locks you out of many functions. The steering wheel buttons only help a little. Sometimes, old fashioned knobs work best, especially for climate control.
[/b]

I contacted with Local Toyota (and with Toyota Europe) - just 1 solution - NEW DISPLAY - 5000 $ .
And no any Ideas how to repair my display (Prius is unofficial car for Russia market - it Toyotas answer ((
In any case I happy with Prius - and dont stop WAR is Toyota Europe ......
Mybe I will contact with Japan CS department in future ..

Thanks !!!

Dima

[Hobbs]

Have you got part number(s) for the bits you are looking for?

[Prius_Russia]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Hobbs @ Mar 13 2007, 08:25 AM) [snapback]404773[/snapback]</div>

Have you got part number(s) for the bits you are looking for?
[/b]

I have check !!!!