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Coolant Overheat then Check Engine Light On

Discussion in 'Prius v Main Forum' started by Kenneth S, Jul 26, 2024 at 8:11 AM.

  1. Kenneth S

    Kenneth S Junior Member

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    Greetings! Yesterday while driving my 2013 Prius V, I saw the Hot Coolant indicator flash for 2 seconds then come on solid. I heard a sound like pressure releasing, which I later discovered was coolant spewing past the fill valve. The coolant indicator then turned off and the check engine light turned on.

    The only visible issue I see is that coolant sprayed out of the reservoir (the one on the passenger side of the engine compartment). There is still a lot of coolant remaining, just a bit below the Low line. I had not been leaking coolant before this.

    Haven’t figured out yet what the error code is. Curious what you think the problem might be. Thanks!
     
  2. Brian1954

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    This is the same issue as your other thread that you created on May 15th. https://priuschat.com/index.php?posts/3451543
    Have you been monitoring the engine coolant temperature like I suggested in post #3?

    You need to replace the engine water pump ASAP! An OEM water pump is preferred.
     
  3. Kenneth S

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    Codes are for failed water pump, failed thermostat, and shorted temperature gauge. You all were spot on with your assessments!
     
  4. Kenneth S

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    Yes, I was following your advice and checking the levels a twice a week. That issue did not recur until now when it appears the pump failed