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Red triangle, VSC, and !

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by RedRedRed, May 24, 2019.

  1. RedRedRed

    RedRedRed Junior Member

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    Was on the highway and the red triangle, VSC and circled explanation lights came on. Had enough time to get off the highway before I lost power.

    Now when I try to start I get this...

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    #1 RedRedRed, May 24, 2019
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    The owners manual can tell you what each one of the those icons means.

    You will need to read the OBD2 codes (DTCs) and post them here for further help.
     
    #2 SFO, May 24, 2019
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    If your car died while you were driving it, there's a high possibility you have a failed inverter pump
     
    #3 JC91006, May 25, 2019
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    I’m hoping that’s it. Dreading it is the hybrid battery.
     
    #4 RedRedRed, May 25, 2019
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    I ran out of gas last year and that was a similar experience to what happened yesterday. Is there a way the sensor in the gas tank could be off? My gauge showed a quarter tank.
     
    #5 RedRedRed, May 25, 2019
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    yes, there is a bladder in the tank which can cause gauge problems. put at least 3 gallons in to test it.
     
    #6 bisco, May 25, 2019
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    Running out of gas would get you the same results. Make sure you put at least 3 gallons in your car to start it
     
    #7 JC91006, May 25, 2019
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