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Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by DrewG13, Mar 7, 2019.

  1. DrewG13

    DrewG13 Junior Member

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    Can anyone give me some info on this message?

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    #1 DrewG13, Mar 7, 2019
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    DMC-5180 Active Member

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    That code popped up on my car during during the polar vortex a couple weeks ago. Morning temps were in the -20’sF. I cleared the code twice and once temps came back up 20 degrees it has not occurred since. I attributed it to very cold oil and possibly a slightly worn timing chain but since it hasn’t returned I’m guessing its not something I’ll need to address anytime soon. The engine knocked pretty hard during those start cycles on those mornings.


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    #2 DMC-5180, Mar 7, 2019
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  3. DrewG13

    DrewG13 Junior Member

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    Thanks.
     
    #3 DrewG13, Mar 7, 2019
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    SFO Senior Member

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    Curious what weight oil either of you are using?
     
    #4 SFO, Mar 7, 2019
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    DMC-5180 Active Member

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    Valvolene 5w-30 conventional and it had just been changed the week prior.


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    #5 DMC-5180, Mar 7, 2019
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    cyberpriusII Prodigyplace says I'm Super Kris

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    I might check your oil level -- just in remote chance of overfill....
     
    #6 cyberpriusII, Mar 7, 2019
  7. DrewG13

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    It's my son's car and he is out of state. A very cold state. Good news is, the light went off on its own. He has 133k on it. Thanks for the help and suggestions.

    I use the recommended oil weight, synthetic.
     
    #7 DrewG13, Mar 8, 2019
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