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Prius throttle body

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by FD1, Jul 13, 2011.

  1. FD1

    FD1 New Member

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    I went in 2 weeks ago because a check engine light came on. Turns out a sensor said I was out of gas( for no reason) so it was dismissed. While there they wanted to catchup on all the recalls over the years, no cost to me, so I agreed. I noticed the day after repairs that my motor was reving higher than usual. I thought it was just my imagination until the check engine light came on. I took it in today and was told the throttle body needs replacing at a cost of $1200. I have owned the car six years never needed anything until they touched it. Seems like I am being ripped off since I have scoured the internet and throttle body cleaning is an option. Any ideas?
     
    #1 FD1, Jul 13, 2011
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    F8L Protecting Habitat & AG Lands

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    I wouldn't pay that much for a replacement. I've modified a lot of TBs over the years and they are not that complicated. I would try cleaning yours and if all else fails go look for one at a salvage yard. Even at $725.50 (https://www.toyotapartscenter.net/2005toyotaPriusparts.html) the labor charge is way out of line.
     
    #2 F8L, Jul 13, 2011
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    FYI, MSRP on the throttle is $900+/-. That's what you would pay for the part at a dealer. $1200 does not seem wholly unreasonable for a dealer to install this new part.

    I very, very strongly encourage you to contact Eric at Adopt-A-Part. He has several salvage ones lying around for $155+shipping.

    Welcome to Adopt A Part
     
    #3 seilerts, Jul 13, 2011
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