My Prius Battery rebuild experience

I think you have made the right choice (but then I would say that, wouldn't I?).

As far as removing the interior trim, find a good video on youtube. Get a set of panel pry tools – less than $10 at your local auto store. It is not that complex as long as you take your time and pay attention. Take photos of anything you think might be tricky on the reassembly.

All the best and don't forget to come back with a close out post of how it went.

 

IF there is a Harbor Freight near you, they sell a couple of 'trim' tool-kits. One is for windows and doors, the other is more for Molding. They cost $9 and $7 respectively.

 

Patric, I have several cells that hit the cut off capacity too. Mine is set at 7500. All of the other cells are cycling as expected. Does it mean the cells that hit capacity are good?

Thanks!

I found your video last week and have been using it to rebuild my pack! Thanks for such a great resource.

 

It has about 70lbs of batteries in a 30lb enclosure. Ish.

 

there is these 5 Piece Auto Trim and Molding Tool Set

or these 4 Piece Windshield/Door Trim Tool Set

if you just search the 'trim at their web site, several different kits are listed.

 

I don't remember any parts that required a trim tool for servicing the battery. The odd one was a deep socket 10mm for the bolt near the seat belt near the window. The other gotcha I remember was hanging on to the nuts that attach the HV wiring to the battery. I dropped one and had to take apart the rest of the back seat to recover it. Maybe use a magnet next to the nut while you remove it.

You might want to clean the battery ventilation fan while you're in there.

 

Excellent video. First one I've seen where the video actually covers lifting the battery out of the car. I've seen several others where the camera person obviously puts down the camera and helps lift the thing out... I used several blocks of wood and a plywood ramp to slide it out.

 

Don’t even think about pulling anything apart in a Prius (or Camry) without one of these. Do a search for “trim removal tool” or “trim removal puller” and get one.

Here in Australia we don’t have the range of gadgetry that is available in the US, so I buy this sort of thing from AliExpress.com
eg: Auto Fastener Tools Plastic Fastener Car Door Panel Nail Puller Interior Trim Panels Clip Tools Interior Accessories-in Auto Fastener & Clip from Automobiles & Motorcycles on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group
Store: https://www.aliexpress.com/store/2188017



You’ll also probably find that various plastic clips will break (ie brittle from age). I buy them in bundles, eg: 30 x Fit For Lexus Toyota Corolla Scuff Plate Retainer Trim Clips 18x14x9mm Fastener 90467 10161-in Auto Fastener & Clip from Automobiles & Motorcycles on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group

30 pcs Nylon Cowl Fastener Push Type Retainer Clips 90467 07117 ,1990 on (17 x 9 x 7mm)-in Auto Fastener & Clip from Automobiles & Motorcycles on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group

Do a search on AliExpress for a Toyota part number and you’ll find cheap options. For people in the US there will be local sources.

For identifying part numbers I use TOYOTA | Japan Parts EU

 

Great assumption. His Sig lists his location as Neptune, CA. The fact he figured people would know it’s a fictional location based on a TV show is odd.

 

I’m thinking clock spring?

 

We don't do split payments in general. But if you email us, use the contact form, I can send you a custom PO for 2 things and pay that way.

 

He doesn’t just work there, he is the owner.

 

I prefer the nylon pry tools because you are prying on plastic parts.

 

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