Looking for capable repair shop in Huntsville ,Decatur area of North Al.

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Rastus1, Sep 13, 2025 at 5:21 PM.

  1. Rastus1

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    My daughter has a 2008 that has thrown up the rt of d . We are at our wits end on fixing it.I have done all I know to do. Any recommendations for a qualified shop ( other than dealer } . thank you
     
    #1 Rastus1, Sep 13, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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    Have you used a scanner to read the trouble codes associated with the red triangle?
     
    #2 Brian1954, Sep 13, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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    Can you help us understand what that means?
     
    #3 PriusCamper, Sep 14, 2025 at 12:16 AM
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    He means the Master Warning Light. Some circles think it is cute to call it the RTOD – red triangle of death.
     
    #4 dolj, Sep 14, 2025 at 12:52 AM
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    I was asking the same dang question a few weeks ago, muttering “clever clogs” when I got the explanation.

    @bwilson4web might have some shop recommendations.
     
    #5 Mendel Leisk, Sep 15, 2025 at 9:14 AM
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    yes, his driveway :cool:
     
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