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Tools required for 12v battery replacement?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by EastR, Oct 29, 2012.

  1. EastR

    EastR Junior Member

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    Can anyone give me a shopping list for the tools required to replace the 12v battery on a 2006 Prius (w/keyless entry)? I need to do a quick replacement before Hurricane Sandy hits and would really appreciate the help. I have pliers but no other repair tools. If anyone can point me to a YouTube video or other replacement instructions that would also be great. Thanks in advance !
     
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    have not done it myself, but can't imagine you would need more than coreect size open end wrench or sockets, screwdrivers and pliers.
     
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    ....eLearnaid.com may have instruction for the Optima which would apply.

    I have from them for the (older Optima style):

    Tools needed:
    flat screw driver
    10 mm wrnech or deep socket
    10mm socket
    socket extender
    12 mm wrench or socket
    1/2 inch wrench or deep socket
    wire cutter
    hammer or rubber mallet
    vise, large crescent wrench or vise grips

    I don't recall using the vise but there are some bolts that are really tight, you need to persuade them.
    Basically you are going to give your Craftsman socket wrench a work out, and hopefully you own a set of metric sockets.
     
    #3 wjtracy, Oct 29, 2012
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    If you go to an AutoZone, most of them will loan you the tools needed to install the battery, especially if you purchase the battery from them.
     
    #4 John H, Oct 29, 2012
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    I like the autozone idea......if u don't have the tools now & haven't needed them before & ur not a big DIYer......why buy the tools now? Just borrow them.
     
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    Thanks for the help all. Was able to borrow a socket wrench (metric) with extenders from a neighbor and it took about 45 minutes for the job. Got it installed and moved out of the way of a big tree with large dying limbs just before the winds started yesterday afternoon. The Prius works like a charm again and starts up without a hitch.
     
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    Glad to hear u got it taken care of
     
    #7 sfv41901, Nov 5, 2012
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