Noise coming from under the hood intermittently

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Jotowers, Mar 4, 2026 at 10:22 AM.

  1. Jotowers

    Jotowers New Member

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    What is this sound? I only hear it occasionally. It comes from the driver's side. It happens while driving and while in park. It will stop once I shut the car off
     
    #1 Jotowers, Mar 4, 2026 at 10:22 AM
  2. bisco

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    What sound?
    Maybe a pump
     
    #2 bisco, Mar 4, 2026 at 1:41 PM
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    There are several sounds that can fit that description. If you can post a recording, that helps, or you can search for other similar threads where other people posted recordings, and notice which of those sound like yours.
     
    #3 ChapmanF, Mar 4, 2026 at 1:53 PM
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    The gasoline engine? LOL
     
    #4 Prodigyplace, Mar 4, 2026 at 1:55 PM
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