Leaky left axle seal replacement at Dealer - $470

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  1. swoop

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    The dealer told me that my 2006 Prius with 74,000 miles has a leaky left axle seal and it would cost ~ $470 to replace it. The cost of the unit is $15 and rest is labor (Chicago). Is this a reasonable quote? Can a local mechanic do the job or should I get this done by the Toyota techs?

    Any inputs are greatly appreciated!

    Thanks!
     
    #1 swoop, Aug 23, 2010
  2. Patrick Wong

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    The price is high but seems normal for dealer service. A local mechanic can do the work.

    I recommend that you ask the mechanic to disconnect the 12V battery before starting work, to avoid causing problems to the skid control ECU and the brake system.
     
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    Thank you!
     
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    Hmm, perhaps the price is going down now. My dealer gave me a quote of $340 for the same problem on my 2006 prius - and with the 15% costco discount, should go down to $290.
     
    #4 whitecraine, Apr 13, 2014
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    Al Capone Toyota? :p
     
    #5 El Dobro, Apr 13, 2014
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    NOT "Cap one." More like cap your knee with a "ball peen hammer.":(
     
    #6 Mike500, Apr 13, 2014
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