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Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by Untico, Aug 5, 2013.

  1. Untico

    Untico New Member

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    My 2002 Prius is in really nice shape and running well, until a warning light came on and it started bucking like a horse and it stopped running. The culprit is the big box on top of the engine. The dealer wants $3000 for the unit. Is there an alternative other than junking the car.:cry:
     
    #1 Untico, Aug 5, 2013
  2. g4_power

    g4_power Junior Member

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    Is that where the computer is?
     
    #2 g4_power, Aug 5, 2013
  3. SteveLee

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    I would start looking for a used unit from a salvaged car. I believe that would be the inverter but I'm not sure about the 02.
     
    #3 SteveLee, Aug 5, 2013
  4. scotman27

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    first off, how many miles are on the car?
     
    #4 scotman27, Aug 6, 2013
  5. scotman27

    scotman27 Active Member

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    i agree with steve, look on ebay or online for a salvage one. oh and might as well replace the inverter pump while your in there.
     
    #5 scotman27, Aug 6, 2013
  6. scotman27

    scotman27 Active Member

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    Here is one with 146k. $650



    Here ya go a rebuild service for inverters on Ebay. $950



    Another inverter 116k miles, $517 on sale



    hope this helps. and way better than paying 3 grand.
     
    #6 scotman27, Aug 6, 2013
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