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Decarb service & Mass Air Flow service questions

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  1. LGold

    LGold New Member

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    Hi All,

    I'm brand new to this forum and I'm not super knowledgeable about engines etc. but willing to learn. I have a 2008 Prius and I just brought it in to the dealer to have the recall issues taken care of. When they returned the car they recommended the following: Decarb Service, Mass Air Flow Service and Hybrid Blower Motor Service. Can I perform any of these on my own? How difficult are they? Do I have to get them done at the dealer if I don't do them on my own?

    Thanks for taking the time to answer!
     
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    Hybrid Blower Motor Service ?? Just a guess it might be cleaning out the HV battery cooling duct/fan. It depends - if you have a dog that sheds all over the back seat then you might need the cleaning. Whats the price?
    Mass Air Flow Service ? It depends on the milage. You might get by with cleaning it yourself with a spray can you can get at any auto parts store.
    Decarb Service ?? I question that any Prius will ever need this service.
     
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    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    Thanks for the answers xpcman.
    Hybrid Blower Service - I don't have a dog and I keep the car very clean inside. The price is $230

    Mass Air Flow Service - The car has 70,400 mi. on it. I'll check on the forum to see how to DIY with the spray.

    Decarb Service - Why don't Prius' need this?
     
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    Today's oxygenated gasolines (for example E10, containing 10% ethanol) prevent carbon buildup. It's unclear what this service is - it might just be running a can of STP through the engine.
    This might be "Throttle Body" cleaning which you can do yourself.


    I am surprised they didn't also say you needed alternator service.

    JimboPalmer gave you some good links for DIY service. I would trust his advise.
     
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    Thank you Jimbo. Much appreciated!
     
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