2025 Toyota Prius Tire Rotation
Complete guide to 2025 Toyota Prius tire rotation. Cost estimates, difficulty level, time required, and environmental impact.
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💰 Cost Breakdown
💡 Tip: Costs vary by location and repair shop. Authorized service centers typically charge more than independent repair shops.
🔧 Repair Overview
Tire Rotation is one of the most common repairs for 2025 Toyota Prius. This repair involves replacing the damaged tires component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 30-45 min and requires easy skill level.
What You'll Need
- Replacement tires part (OEM or aftermarket)
- Precision screwdriver set (Phillips #000 or pentalobe)
- Opening tools (plastic spudger, suction cup)
- Adhesive strips or glue
- Clean workspace with good lighting
Step-by-Step Process
Step 1:
Open the trunk.
Unlock the carpet cover by turning both knobs.
Step 2:
Pull the tabs up to remove all the covers leading to the spare tire compartment.
Step 3:
Pull up on the battery cover to reveal the 12 V battery.
Step 4:
Lift the side flaps out and off the black plastic case and pull off the red casing.
Step 5:
Disconnect the three connectors from the boxes.
Firmly squeeze the connectors' tabs and pull away from the connection box.
Remove the connector in the same manner, or proceed to the next step and disconnect it from the unbolted control box for easier access.
Step 6:
Use a socket wrench to remove the two 12 mm bolts holding down the control box.
Some cars might contain a third bolt on the top of the box.
Step 7:
Use a socket wrench to remove the two 10 mm bolts holding the battery exhaust pipe.
Pull out the exhaust pipe and the battery vent.
In these pictures, the back bolt is missing, if present, use an extension on the socket wrench in order to reach the bolt. The bolt is different from the rest and has a pointed end.
Step 8:
Disconnect the terminal connectors from the battery using a socket wrench.
Remove the negative connection held by a 10 mm bolt.
Loosen the 10 mm bolt so that the positive terminal brackets open up.
Step 9:
Remove the two 10 mm bolts.
Pull away the battery bracket.
Step 10:
Pull out the battery.
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DIY vs Professional Repair
✋ DIY Repair
- ✅ Lower cost (parts only: $21-$45)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($35-$75)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your 2025 Toyota Prius instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 5999 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new 2025 Toyota Prius generates 6000 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 1 kg of CO₂. That's a 100% reduction in carbon emissions!
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