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Newbie - Gen 1 Aux Battery Problem

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by rgorke, Apr 12, 2016.

  1. rgorke

    rgorke New Member

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    I am new to the forum and am not sure the appropriate sub-forum to post this question . Short story, my father in law bought my son a Gen 1 2001 Prius (I wasn't part of the purchase nor consulted. It was a private party sale. I don't want to get sidetracked on the wisdom on the purchase). We now need a new 12 v aux battery. We have had to jump the car several times. The battery will charge but not hold the charge. I had it tested and the battery tester recommended the battery be replaced. I called the Toyota dealership and they said to replace the batter was $420 with the battery cost at $350 or so.

    I am pretty efficient with a wrench just not experienced with hybrids or with a Prius.

    Where can I get 1) a reliable used battery or 2) a reasonably priced new battery?

    Thanks,

    Roger
     
  2. CR94

    CR94 Senior Member

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    Almost any place that sells batteries will beat that exorbitant price, even some dealers.