Replace Batteries under waranty

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Baldbubba, Mar 26, 2013.

  1. Baldbubba

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    You want us to tell you how to destroy the traction battery? I don't think that's in the best interest of the PriusChat community.
     
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    Anything you did would be dangerous and most likely obvious. Plus the battery could run another 100k miles. Even if it did go bad people rebuild them and they are available at salvage yards.
     
    #3 rjparker, Mar 26, 2013
  4. Baldbubba

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    i ok
     
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    Take it to AutoBeYours.com in southern Indiana (not too far from Springfield, IL). Steve will check the current health of the HV battery for you. He can also get a Prius running again if the battery fails out of warranty for a reasonable cost.

    JeffD
     
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  7. Baldbubba

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    One dealer I talked to said they have never had to replace a hybrid battery. Considering that the Prius has been around for 10 years, I don't think it's a concern.
     
    #8 Alan Stoddart, Mar 26, 2013
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    thanks for all the advice,,,, got myself a 2008 with 77,000 mile,, not an issue,,,, kinda offended by those who made me out to be dishonest,,,, gosh all those dealers are looking out for us!! NOT!
     
    #9 Baldbubba, Apr 9, 2013
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