What to replace after 13 years and 167k miles?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by UpperPriusSide, Jul 21, 2023.

  1. UpperPriusSide

    UpperPriusSide Junior Member

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    My 2010 has hit around 167k miles but has held up better than any car or motorcycle I've ever owned. I realize that with more distractions now, I've taken its reliability for granted and want to be more proactive. I'll likely keep it for another 2 or 3 years. My question is - what should I consider replacing, aside from the shock absorbers, given the mileage and age? I've already replaced the accumulator/actuator, 12V battery, and front pads.

    Thank you for your perspective.

    Also, I would highly recommend never patronizing North Hollywood Toyota.

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    #1 UpperPriusSide, Jul 21, 2023
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  2. OptimusPriustus

    OptimusPriustus Active Member

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    Have you thought about budget you’re willing to invest?
     
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  3. bisco

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    clean the egr circuit
     
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    Water pump (aka engine coolant pump) along with adjacent thermostat, is worth replacing. They seem to get into “failure zone” around 150k.

    I’d second aforementioned EGR cleaning; see first two links in my signature*; hopefully not too late.

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    #4 Mendel Leisk, Aug 1, 2023
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