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Error P0A80 - Can I still drive?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by jasoninmass, Jan 2, 2019.

  1. jasoninmass

    jasoninmass Junior Member

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    I have a 2005 Prius, about 152k miles, last night the dash lit up with the red triangle and check engine light, I brought it to the auto parts store for a check and the error returned was Error P0A80 "replace hybrid battery pack" and P3015 "Battery Block 5 Becomes Weak"

    I've seen this post on here before, but my question is can I still drive the car in this state or am I destined to be stuck on the side of the road soon?? I drove to work this morning which was around 40 miles without any issues other than sluggishness, but i could have imagined that...so how long can I push my luck? Really don't want to spring for a new battery!
     
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    generally speaking, yes
     
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    Yes, you could get stranded on the side of the road. Only your battery knows how long before that happens. @2k1Toaster kit of new cells for $1600 delivered, assuming you are the DIY type. A link is in my signature.

    You effectively get a new battery for less than one from Toyota and you can sell off any good modules from the old battery to recoup some of the expense.
     
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    If you keep driving it without fixing it, sooner or much sooner, you'll be springing for a tow truck as well as either a new battery or another car.
     
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    You missed any damage that would occur if a module explodes. ;)
     
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