Prius Mechanic in Ontario, California

Hi I'm new to the forum but have browsed it regularly over the years. Recently while at work, the engine stopped and would not start again. I'm getting a P2103 code for the throttle actuator. It happened last Friday and haven't been able to work on it due to a family emergency. Tomorrow I'm going to try cleaning it and if it doesn't work, order a new throttle assembly to replace the whole thing and hopefully that will fix it. Apart from that it's been great and no major problems.

My question is does anybody know a good Prius mechanic in Ontario, California near my work? I want to get it towed there in case I can't fix it and would be great to get some recommendations. I had it towed to Martinez & Sons since it was close to my work but they are hesitant to work on it since it's a hybrid - personally I think it's a bit bs since it's only throttle code and has nothing to do with the hybrid part. Don't want to waste another tow now until hopefully I can find a place that knows what they're doing.

Second question is for a new throttle assembly if I need one - any particular brands or places to get an aftermarket one or used one? I know obviously I can go on Ebay or random sites to get it but any places that provide quality ones that can be trusted? Be nice to avoid the ridiculous price of a new OEM unit.

Thank you and any help is much appreciated, seems like a great community here and great resource to have.

Robert

 

Also I have a 2007 Prius with 180,000 miles. Burns some oil which I check and top off regularly but otherwise been fine.

 

That's the plan, just thinking for a backup in case I can't get to it with work today.

 

LOL yeah this Ontario is not quite as nice as your Ontario - basically like the meth capital in California here in the 909.

 

Well that was easy - bought $8 can of air flow sensor cleaner, cleaned it up, and started right up after jumping it. Kind of pisses me off with those useless mechanics, they never even bothered or tried because it was a 'hybrid'. Whatever, saved me some money. I did end up ordering a spare throttle body but guess I will just keep it for now as a spare in case it does it again.

 

I'll probably do that after a week or two if it doesn't happen again.