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2008 Toyota Prius Base 5dr HB (GS)

2008 Toyota Prius
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Front Wheel Drive, 5 Door Liftback, Mid-size
48 mpg city / 45 mpg hwy
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February 26, 2013, 1:19 pm

Matthew G
 

Question: should I replace my prius accessory battery?

I have had to jump start my Prius after running down the battery twice in January. We went all february without incident though.

Should I just wait until it dies or replace it now?


March 2, 2013, 8:47 am

Ron W
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It is probably OK, but you can have it tested to be sure.

If it is the original battery (2005) I would recommend replacing it as most battery's life span is 4 to 7 years.


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