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Need Brake Actuator Replaced

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by C Jakel, Nov 2, 2015.

  1. C Jakel

    C Jakel Junior Member

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    Need my brake actuator replaced after a bunch of dash lights came on. Diagnosed at dealer as brake actuator. They want around $2300 for the part alone and doesn't seem to be cost effective on my 2005 Prius. I have ordered the part online and am going to have it replaced. I understand its best to have Toyota dealer replace, but wanting to know if anyone has ever replaced the actuator themselves? Is this a replacement part that needs to be done by a hybrid mechanic or any mechanic with brake knowledge able to do it??

    Anything helps. Thanks
     
    #1 C Jakel, Nov 2, 2015
  2. Patrick Wong

    Patrick Wong DIY Enthusiast

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    Another alternative would be to buy a used part from a salvage yard. The replacement needs to be done by a mechanic who has access to the Toyota repair manual (techinfo.toyota.com) and Toyota Techstream (or Mini VCI for the DIYer) and will follow the specified process.
     
    #2 Patrick Wong, Nov 2, 2015
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    If i have the mini vci is it hard to do it? Because i saw on Amazon the mini vci with toyota techstream for like 22 bucks
     
    #3 Clix323, Apr 15, 2016
  4. Patrick Wong

    Patrick Wong DIY Enthusiast

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    Not hard if you have access to the factory repair procedure.
     
    #4 Patrick Wong, Apr 15, 2016
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