There’s a rare feeling of smugness that arrives with possessing a Toyota Prius C in Perth. It’s the sensation of wafting noiselessly up the bus lane, the muted thrum as you ease away from the lights and being behind a filling station seems so improbably quaint it’s quite funny. Whether you are sussing the daily grind of travel along the Graham Farmer Freeway, hopping between clients in the city or dropping an order off at Subiaco, there is more to the Prius C than just another car – it’s a smart decision. It’s an absolute miracle of efficiency and dependability.
But for a lot of hybrid owners there is a nagging thought in the back of their mind: “What if something goes wrong with the hybrid system?” If a warning light pops up on the dash, it can conjure visions of stratospheric repair bills. There’s sometimes panic at the thought of a main dealer asking for thousands — if not five figures — for a new high-voltage battery or inverter. For a car that’s so romanticised as being cheap to run, the idea of spending potentially tens of thousands all in one go on what would surely have to be just about everything at once is quite frankly a scary one.
It’s time for everyone to take a deep breath and find something smarter. Welcome to WA Auto Parts, your leading used auto parts buyer, seller & wrecker in Perth Western Australia! We provide you, our customer with a one stop used auto parts location where you will find an array of used car parts at the lowest prices in the industry. With more than 15 years of experience, we have garnered specialized expertise in hybrid vehicles and all types of cars. We do the specific parts for Japanese, European, Australian, Korean & American vehicles incluingpassenger Cars,Commercial VehicleTruck/ SUVs/4WD/Vans/Wagons/Dual cabs etc.
Well, nothing like a low-kilometre 2012 Toyota Prius C in a modern and awesome grey to save the day for all us Prius C owners across Perth! This is not some other car in the yard; this is a real source of tried-and-tested, significantly more affordable hybrid parts that can save you multiple thousands of dollars.
So don’t give up if you’re quoted a hybrid repair price: Instead, call the professionals who know both sides of the technology inside and out. Call WA Auto Parts now on (08) 9358 1392 and we will help you repair smart.
Detailed Look at Prius C Parts
The Heart of the Hybrid: And now, the parts that make it all work.
It is the most important part for a hybrid owner. The futuristic technology of Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive is stunning, but can be intimidating when it demands attention. We pulled and ran the complete system out of this 2012 Prius C.
- High-Voltage (HV) Battery Pack: This is the mother lode. The number one issue hybrid drivers fret about is battery failure. The dealer price of a new HV battery can be more than the car is worth. Our item is a full, genuine Toyota Ni-MH battery removed from our donor vehicle and carefully dismantled by professionals. It is professionally SOH diagnostic testing. We check the performance and capacity of the cells to make sure it’s a healthy battery that is poised to supply many more years of efficient, reliable operation. Here is your chance to fix a major battery problem for a fraction of the cost of new.
- Inverter/Converter Assembly: This is the brain and power coordinator of the hybrid system. It transforms DC power (from Battery) into AC power (used by the Electric Motor), and vise-versa during regenerative breaking. You lose your car on this one, immediately. We have the original Toyota inverter assembly, a tested and working unit that is completely compatible with your vehicle.
- Hybrid Transaxle: Engineering genius, the Prius C’s transaxle is bisected to contain the electric motor-generator, planetary gearset and a differential. This is what enables the car to drive on pure electric power, petrol power or a combination of both. If your transaxle is getting noisy or let go our low-kilometre assembly bolts straight in.
- Hybrid Control ECU: This is the boss-man computer that is basically responsible for calling all the shots and telling the engine, motor, and battery what each needs to do every hundredth-of-a-millionth of a second. You need to be running an original and married donor ecu for everything to talk 100%.
The True Companion: Petrol Engine & Mechanicals
The electric motor is mostly in control, however the 1.5L 1NZ-FXE Atkinson Cycle petrol engine plays the ever-reliable second fiddle. These engines often see little use, which can make them in amazing condition. We have all of the essential accessories for the Convertible model, including the electric A/C compressor and water pump.
Returning a Clean Appearance: Outside Body Panels & Lights (Grey)
The Prius C is an urban vehicle, and inner-city driving can often result in a few bumps and dings. Our doner has a complete set of mint grey body parts ideal to repair a bump for those who want to avoid the expense of an Rb5 colour respray.
PANELS & DOORS: Bonnet, Front and Rear Bumpers, Front Guards (RH/LH) and all four passenger doors, as well as the rear tailgate/hatch.
Lighting (A Potential Upgrade! on page AU4 of the New York edition): Two main trims were offered for this 2012 model and the headlights are a distinguishing feature. We have:
Halogen Headlights: Ideal clear replacement for yellowing or scratched standard lights.
i-Tech LED Headlights: If your donor car is an i-Tech, get the top of the line LED headlights. It’s a tremendous advance in aesthetics and light output for Standard owners, that will make your vehicle look better than new.
Tech-Forward Cockpit: Interior & Cabin electronics
Inside the Prius C is modern and driver oriented. We have saved the complete cabin for you, So in case of weariness or damage of any detail, You can replace…
Interior Completed interior with a full set of clean, no rips or tears front and rear seats.
Dashboard & Display: Prius itself is an exercise in despair. There is the whole complete unit including the ENTIRE dash assembly.
Infotainment & Steering: We’ve got an OEM touch screen audio head unit with Bluetooth, and the multi-function-swiss-army-knife steering wheel that makes it easy to keep your hands on the wheel for audio, climate and some vehicle settings.
The Basis: Suspension, Wheels And Brakes
A hybrid feels like no other vehicle on the road, even when it comes to one of its most basic systems, the brakes.
Brake System (A Vital Component): The Prius C has a sophisticated electronically controlled braking system that seamlessly operates the regenerative brakes and traditional hydraulic brake force to quickly stop the vehicle. And one of the more noteworthy costly failure points is the ABS pump and brake actuator assembly. A new unit can run to thousands of dollars. Item Description – What you’ll receive:WE SHIP EVERYTHING AS FULLY ASSEMBLED & TESTED OUT OF OUR DONOR VEHICLE!This is one of the best-value repairs you can make on a Prius C.
Wheels: Original wheels wantavilable that are 15 inches. That could be the standard steel wheels and cool aerodynamic plastic covers, or the fancy factory alloy wheels from the i-Tech model — another excellent pack-making opportunity there.
Drivetrain: We stock the entire front strut assemblies and rear shock spring combo for your Prius, bringing back that nice soft smooth ride in your expensive Hybrid vehicle.
The Essentials: General Electrical Components
We also have all the other crucial electronic components, such as the 12V accessory battery (which can be easily damaged and prevent the vehicle from starting), the Body Control Module or BCM, power-window switches, and the joystick-shaped shifter.
Perth’s Reliable Choice for All Hybrid Parts
For the last 15 years or so, we have been leading experts in our field when it comes to automotive recycling in Perth. As vehicle technoloigies have evolved, so have we, and we are proud to be one of the most knowledgeable innovators of Heavy Duty/Vocational High Output Alternators and modified high-output alternator components. Our techs are familiar with the intricacies of these systems and treat them with white glove service when testing and manipulating.
A hybrid doesn’t necessarily mean the start of a worrying trend. With the right partner, it can be just as cheap to keep on the road as any other vehicle. These components are an uncommon find, rare & costly new, and available through a parts-truck limited to short availability in our stock.
No warning light should ruin your love for your efficient, environmentally friendly car. Have some sense for your wallet and for your car.
Speak to the team at WA Auto Parts for professional auto advice and unbeatable prices on Toyota Prius C parts online.
Phone: (08) 9358 1392 Address of our new store location being your local hybrid parts specialist for Perth and Western Australia as a whole. Our Guarantee: For tested parts that you can trust, don’t just replace – upgrade with a Genuine Toyota Prius Battery Cell!