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How to Replace the Battery of the Toyota Prius

Model: Toyota Prius MK 1 - Years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Part: Battery

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Replacing the battery of the Toyota Prius? Remove the battery if it is faulty and non-rechargeable. Open the rear hatch of the car and lift the cover panel of the battery compartment.

You will find the battery in the boot. Remove any wheel or inflation kit, unscrew the securing bolts of the battery terminals.

Remove the battery from the boot. Install the new battery and screw in the terminal bolts (same voltage).

Close the boot after maintenance. Start the Prius's engine with the key and test the battery's functionality.


Updated on 21 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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