I called numerous Toyota dealerships to replace the Digital Clock in the dash (2001 SLE), expecting a price of around $100. They are telling me that the price for just the clock is $508.61!!!! - unreal! The Toyota part number is 83910-AA020
any suggestions on where else I could pick one up?
as crazy as that sounds its true.... I ended up paying $400 for the clock replacement on the other 2000 Camry of ours~ sorry buddy....don't think there is other choices
You'd be better off getting an aftermarket radio, as many come with a clock display. I don't think the clock removes from the trim piece, which is my guess as to why it's so expensive.
i believe the vehicle will still run well with out the digital clock on dash, $500+ a clock, you better off looking at ebay or junkyard, or use that money buy yourself a nice wrist watch.
The clock removes from the trim panel easily, two screws once you remove the panel. The panel just pries out (use a screwdriver with tape on it, it has tabs all along te edges). You can pick up a used clock on eBay for maybe $20-50 if your patient. Try car-part.com and getusedparts.com also. Your 2001 model clock should be interchangeable with any clock from any 99-02 Solara but check the pictures and connector first.
If your apprehensive about removing the panel or anything, get ahold of a Haynes manual at AutoZone or the like, or go to the parts department at a dealer and ask for a breakdown prinout with the diagrams of how the panel comes apart.
Also, when I disconnect my clock, my turn signals stop - though with yours it's probably just the screen part that's dead.
PM me if you need help finding one or replacing it .