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Unable to identify what part is this. Coolant leak

Discussion in 'Prius v Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Nick Teo, Mar 13, 2024.

  1. Nick Teo

    Nick Teo New Member

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    Hi all, i am currently having coolant leak on my 2012 Toyota Prius V and i think i have found the culprit. But would require some expertise here. Anybody, know what part this might be? Initially, i thought it was the water pump or ac compressor but not sure if that is correct since it looks like the water pump is connected to this unit.
     

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    If that is the passenger side it looks like the AC compressor with the water pump and thermostat above it.

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    Thanks! i think it might just be the pump or thermostat. Will be changing out the water pump and thermostat since there a P148F code and see how it goes from there. Hopefully, it fixes this coolant leak
     
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    Fixed the coolant leak issue after changing the water pump and thermostat. But heater still aint working, probably need to do a reverse flush for the heater core.

    While i was at it, cleaned out the intake manifold, throttle body, egr, replaced PCV and spark plugs. Car runs smoother now but not sure is it a placebo effect.


    Followed this thread for the cleaning!
    Prius Gen 3 Major Maintenance: EGR, manifold, spark plugs, Oil Catch Can | PriusChat
     

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