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P0606 Engine ECU replacement

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Paul Schenck, Sep 13, 2019.

  1. Paul Schenck

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    Persistent P0606 code, though the car has been running fine for years.
    Several other emission codes eventually come up after they are cleared. I have a 2006 I use for parts and wondered can I use a 2006 ECU in a 2005? Is there a difference?
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    I haven’t removed the 2005 yet though at least I know what’s involved by removing the 2006 pictured.
    My first question is can I use this part in a 2005?
    Second question is do I need to do anything to pair it with the new car.
    Thirdly does it make sense to replace both the engine ecu and the high voltage ecu since they are bolted together?
    Fourth there has to be a post about this on the forum if someone knows where can they let me know?
    Fifth I think I will unplug the old one reroute the wiring harness and plug the new one in for a test. Has anyone tried this?


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    that's a tough one, I had an ECU brick on me in a Mazda, and it was not plug and play since the security code in the key was assigned to each ECU independently. My tuner was able to clone one ECU to another to work around that.
     
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    Paul - the first photo that you provided is of the hybrid vehicle ECU. The engine ECU is the part that needs to be changed.

    I would first try replacing the engine ECU by itself because the hybrid vehicle ECU needs to be paired with the immobilizer ECU, which adds another step which is not required based upon the DTC that your car has logged.
     
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    You are exactly right Patrick. I did as you suggested; plugging in the 2006 ECU for testing first. Accessing the connectors by removing the glove box. Everything worked.
    Then I added the Hybrid ECU and it would not start. So as you and oil burner said the Hybrid ECU is paired to the Vehicle it comes from. The 2006 ECU works in the 2005 however. IMG_2053.JPG IMG_2062.JPG IMG_2059.JPG



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    OK, now that you’ve determined the replacement engine ECU is working, the next step is to take apart the dashboard for a permanent installation.
     
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    Did It, and upgraded my dash to show mileage while I was at it thanks to Texas Hybrids. View attachment 178236


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    Day after repair on the way back from a 5 mile test drive the red triangle and check engine light came on. A quick check of the Veepeak code reader said inverter pump failure.
    Ordered, and replaced today this time on the test drive check engine light came on P0606 I couldn’t believe it so I cleared the code and again after a trip around the block P0606 was back!.
    I’m in shock! Any ideas???


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    Follow up Received and replaced my inverter coolant pump. Cleared codes and ran it for a few drive cycles.
    Check engine light and the P0606 were the first codes to show up.
    P0106 Manifold absolute pressure (map)(Baro) circuit high
    P043E Evaporative Emission clog.
    P043F Evaporative Emission clog.
    P1453 Fuel Tank Pressure sensor high input.
    P2401 Evaporative emission leak detection pump stuck OFF
    P2402 Evaporative emission leak detection pump stuck ON
    P2419 Evaporative Emission pressure switch stuck ON

    The good news is that is is drivable and getting 39mpg in this tank of gas. ( tends to be low after the battery is disconnected)

    It looks like I’m going to learn a few things about the Evaporative emission system !


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    Man did I have a fun weekend. Removed the gas tank (nearly full from my 2006 Blue (parts donor Prius) then dropped the tank on my 597,000 mile “Electra” (The Prius that just keeps going). Side by side comparison revealed a few differences mainly the Evap emissions pump has two pins (I assume a 12v and neutral) on Electra’s old tank and Blues had many more. So I had to change put the wiring harness and pump from Electras tank on the new tank from Blue. I also noticed the evaporative filters were different and I needed a new one so I had to get creative and work it out. It took six hours and a few curse words but by dinner the project was complete IMG_2336.JPG IMG_2322.JPG IMG_2324.JPG


    So here are my remaining code to deal with.
    P0328 Knock sensor circuit high

    Is that weird or what!!!
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    Spoke too soon: a new code appeared on the next drive cycle P0328, knock sensor 1 circuit High input, P1453 Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor High Input.

    The knock sensor I figure may be due to old fuel or @597,000 miles nearly time for new plugs and new PCV valve.
    As for P1453 I find this baffling. I just swapped the gas tank for a new one!
    The only thing I kept from the old Tank was the wiring harness and Pump module ( EVAP Leak Detection Pump, Canister Pressure Sensor, Vent Valve). The fuel Tank Pressure sensor was replaced!!! So that cannot be the problem, so was the “Trap Canister”. The canister pressure sensor P0451 would be the code if Canister pressure sensor were outside of normal, just as P0447 indicates the vent valve was the issue.
    So what could cause the P1453 Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor High Input?

    I don’t think it is related though There are two other codes relating to the air bags B1826 Left Squib and B1821 Right Squib Open. The left squib has been persistent and the right one just this morning.

    Anyone have any insights? Or am I on my own??


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    Eureka I get to answer my own question!!!
    Scratching my head I decided to replace the gas cap on Electra with the Blue donor 2006 and the P1453 is gone!

    Next, spark plugs, PCV valve and a tank of top tier premium detergent gasoline and see if I can resolve the P0328!


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    Nice project :)