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P0A93 Hybrid Water Pump

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Meh1483, Oct 22, 2020.

  1. Meh1483

    Meh1483 Junior Member

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    Hello! I have a 2007 base model Prius. Five years ago I got the P0A93 code and my mechanic informed me the the hybrid water pump had failed and needed replacing. He replaced it with a new OEM water pump and also replaced the coolant with Toyota Super Long Life Coolant. Well, it's 5 years later and I just got the P0A93 code again and he says the water pump has failed and needs replacing. Is this normal?? I do run my A/C constantly and idle a lot with it running. I live in Sacramento, CA where it's hot as poop and I have no garage or covered parking. Not sure if any of that would make a difference. Could it be something that was done on their part that made this one fail after 5 years?? Thank you!
     
    #1 Meh1483, Oct 22, 2020
  2. TMR-JWAP

    TMR-JWAP Senior Member

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    I would say it's not abnormal. That little electric pump works it's a** off. If the car is on, that pump is running.

    It's ~$65 for a Toyota pump online, and about a 2 hour or less DIY job for someone who hasn't done it before, but is competent with tools.

    I have a handful of Gen 2s in the family and I keep at least 2 of these pumps on the shelf at all times.
     
    #2 TMR-JWAP, Oct 22, 2020
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