Why does the red triangle mean on a Prius?
Many Prius drivers have reported the most common cause for a red triangle of death light is an issue with their battery. Typically, the codes that come up after a diagnostic are P0A80 and P3000. Signs that your Prius is experiencing this common problem are: Fuel gauge fluctuations and incorrect readings.
What is a combination meter?
A vehicle is equipped with a combination meter system including a plurality of gauges or meters, comprising a plurality of sensors for detecting various characteristics for the operation of a vehicle and a plurality of analog switches operatively connected to the sensors, respectively.
Why is the dash board on on my Prius?
After a dinner out a few weeks ago I started the car and no panel. Restarting did no good. I drove home and the car would not shut off. I held the start button down until the engine shut off but the touch screen display was still on.
What to do if your Toyota Prius won’t start?
Start the car normally after the system has rebooted by pushing down on the brake and pressing the Start button again. Tip: If you try to restart your Prius and the dashboard lights come on but they are dim and blinking, you may have a problem with your 12V battery.
Is there a problem with my Prius battery?
Tip: If you try to restart your Prius and the dashboard lights come on but they are dim and blinking, you may have a problem with your 12V battery. If this is the case, the battery may need to be replaced or jump started (see Method 2).
Why is the Check Engine light off on my Prius?
The symptoms point to a failed Combination Meter. Besides the speedometer, it also controls the power off button and the dashboard lights (except the check engine light). Apparently it can also be rebuilt, but I could not find how is this repair done. There are some eBay ads of people who do it for about $150.