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2006 MFD Faded - Options?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics' started by jpkc97, May 8, 2023.

  1. jpkc97

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    My 2006 MFD is so dim now that it's barely visible in the daylight. It works fine however. It's the one with all the options...maps, camera, etc. What are my options? I see the digital touchscreen is available on Amazon but I assume that doesn't provide the backlight?
     
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    Thanks! I'll check it out
     
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    I had to replace the combo meter capacitor in our '05, so I figured I might as well replace the MFD while I had the dash torn apart. I'd been living with the washed out display for a couple of years, but I found a decent used one on eBay for $200 that came out of an '09 model. The seller posted numerous photos showing the unit from all sides, including the serial number label and shots of the display in every possible mode.

    Fortunately, my unit arrived in good condition and was exactly as advertised. As with any used, online purchase, though, you should do your due diligence before purchasing. I contacted the seller to verify that the unit I'd be receiving was the same S/N as shown in the photos, and indeed it was. My Prius is a basic model without nav, so the correct MFD for this car was the 86110-47081. I'd expect the higher-end unit for models with camera & nav to be more expensive. My before & after photos are attached.

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    I can't believe you swapped it out in 6 mins? or was that 4?:ROFLMAO:
     
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    They don't return calls or emails so maybe no longer in business. :(
     
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    Another source is Autobeyours.com in Southern Indiana. Reliable parts source and offers MFD repair services at a reasonable price.

    JeffD
     
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    Thanks! Looks like $299 plus shipping
     
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    Upull junkyards are starting to see a lot of Gen2 prius and a lot i have seen lately still have the MFD , of course no way to test the thing until you buy it for like 30 dollars and take it home.
     
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    Yep, I get notifications from the local yards and they got one yesterday. Looked good in pictures, but when I got there is was bad-touch screen was peeling. They are more like $85 here btw. Met a nice local guy who was pulling the brake pump from it also.