99,900 Miles - What to check before warranty expires?

They've never done a brake maintenance?

 

follow the maintenance in your manual. you're getting close to plugs and fluids, but i wouldn't bother prematurely. you may want to add a tranny fluid change. don't bite on anything else the dealer tries to sell you, unless recommended by multiple members here.
i can't think of anything you can check on the hybrid warranty. unfortunately, it isn't covered, if it isn't coded.

 

Maybe brake fluid change. It's recommended by Toyota Canada, for all vehicles (30K miles or tri-yearly), but not in the US schedule?

It is DIYable, for about $15 (the cost of a couple of pints of Toyota DOT3 brake fluid). @NutzAboutBolts has a video on it in maintenance section, and it's doable without Techstream, documented in the Repair Manual. You only need a few rudementary bits, basically a catch jar, some tubing, a largish syringe to baste out the bulk of the fluid in the reservoir reservoir at the outset. The rubber attachement that pushes onto bleed valves is handy to have, something you can pick up at auto supply stores. Most important: an assistant, to pump the pedal.

 

yes, some here would agree with that. do you recall anyone here having trouble with high mileage prius because they only changed the brake fluid per toyota?
also, how many miles do you plan on keeping the car? 100k already, sounds like you're in for the long haul.

 

a wonderful testament to the reliability and low-maintenance of the Prius. That's why I bought one . most folks just want to gripe and complain about minor issues. Thanks for posting.

 

I have the platinum extended warranty, which came with my preowned Prius. Therefore, I have an interest in this thread, even though my warranty won't be up for ~5 years.

As per the details of my vehicle service agreement, none of the fluid changes or routine brake maintenance would be covered. That pretty much goes for most of the other routine maintenance of wear and tear items. The Toyota rep explained that it's similar to an extension of the original 3/36,000 warranty- minus some items. So, if it wasn't covered under the original warranty, it likely wouldn't be covered under the extension. Paint, and a lot of the interior (like seat fabric) aren't covered, either.

I'm still a newb here, so my information could be incorrect. In fact, I hope to learn that I'm covered for more than I thought.

 

I always bring my cars in for a check up at the end of the CPO 100k. If you hear any creaking or suspension noice tell them it makes some noise -- or drives differently. I have had Lexus replace front struts and other suspension parts -- same with MB.

Often parts are not prefect .. but not yet failing/ failed ..... if spotted they will be replaced.

 

Assuming they (Toyota) doesn't repair something huge, right before you go past the wire on your extended warranty, do you feel you got value from purchasing it?

If all you've been doing is Oil and Filter changes?

We often get new buyers asking if they should purchase extended warranties. I never have. My advice is usually to have them check EXACTLY what is covered, so they know exactly what they are paying for, then if they want the "peace of mind" of having those things covered for X amount of time? Then it's their decision. But I feel it's more buying personal peace of mind, than a warranty you are actually probably going to get much tangible value from.

If this warranty expires with it only resulting in Oil and Filter changes do you think it was a good value?

 

Don't confuse maintenance items with repairs -- the warranty covers items that have failed .. you don't have to do anything at 100k for the warranty ... it's over.

As I said -- I take my cars in for a review .. I'm very honest ... I'm looking for anything that would be covered. Normally, the dealers are receptive as they will get the work.

CPO warranties -- come with used cars .. buying a factory extended warranty is normally not going to work out. I bought a 4y/ 125k for the first Prius as I was concerned about all the stuff in the car .. never used it. I have bought hundreds of cars for myself and company and never buy extended warranties. I do often buy certified used cars from dealers with CPO warranties.

The manual will tell you what is due -- I did the plugs myself at 120k and had a simple coolant refresh done at 5 years and about 140k .... remember the car has two coolant systems. I also had a transaxle fluid change done around 120k when it was in for an oil change/rotation.