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door latch is loose...what bit to use on driver?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Lyle Ryan, Jul 22, 2020.

  1. Lyle Ryan

    Lyle Ryan Junior Member

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    On my 2010 Prius, the passenger-side door latch is loose. I'd tighten the 2 bolts, but can't figure out what kind of driver bit I need. I don't mind buying a set of bits, but want to make sure the set has what I need.
    And I'm hoping hand tight or using an electric drill to tighten them will be enough, and I won't have to buy an impact driver.
    Actually, maybe I should just have a repair shop do it. Probably wouldn't take 5 min.
    Thanks....
     
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    ChapmanF Senior Member

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    Haven't looked at it lately, but in my mind's eye it's an ordinary Torx ... no?

    Ixnay on the impact driver. Those screws aren't especially big or sturdy. Don't overdo it.
     
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    pjksr02 Active Member

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    Just tighten those screws!

    More importantly, have you cleaned your EGR system?
     
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    Not yet, but soon;).

    Once we get out of this increased of the pandemic here, we'll get that sorted:).

    So it's sorta scheduled and I'll add another prize to the collection(y).