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2007 Hatch Switch Rubber Deteriorating

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Rest, Jul 6, 2012.

  1. Rest

    Rest Active Member

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    The hatch switch rubber on my Prius has become sticky and leaves black gunk on my fingers. After reading other posts about this I learned that the whole switch would have to be replaced. Is there a less expensive way that to fix this issue, other than buying a new switch? I guess I can put tape over the rubber for now, but I want it fixed right. My Prius is outside of the warranty for this part, so I doubt they will replace it for free.
     
    #1 Rest, Jul 6, 2012
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    Yeah, Tape is the only thing I could think of... or find a Crazy-Rays or Pick-and-Pull junk yard/ebay and try and buy one that way...
     
    #2 Daves09prius, Jul 6, 2012
  3. Rest

    Rest Active Member

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    For now I just put some tape over the sticky rubber handle. Seems insane to have to purchase a new or used part just for this. You'd think Toyota would pay for it though.
     
    #3 Rest, Jul 7, 2012
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    Got the same problem
     
    #4 MikeyC, Aug 12, 2012
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    Avi's Advanced Automotive Independent hybrid repair shop

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    MSRP is $60 (new), not too bad. Part# 84840-47020
     
    #5 Avi's Advanced Automotive, Aug 12, 2012
  6. John H

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    Have the same problem. Considering this is only a 5 yr old vehicle it is a little disappointing for a vehicle from a Japanese manufacturer.
     
    #6 John H, Aug 13, 2012
  7. RichPasco

    RichPasco Richard C. Pasco, Ph.D.

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    Part number with SmartKey system is 84905-47010 (w/ smart key)
     
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  8. RichPasco

    RichPasco Richard C. Pasco, Ph.D.

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    #8 RichPasco, Oct 3, 2012
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    Oops, that is correct. I never noticed they are different. And $97.06 MSRP
     
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    I think that price is outrageous, for a part that should last the life of the vehicle. We're are talking about a rubber coating that is supposed to be designed to survive use and the elements.
     
    #10 Rest, Mar 18, 2013
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