What does the check engine light mean on a Toyota Prius?

What does the check engine light mean on a Toyota Prius?

Whenever the Check Engine Light is on there’s a possibility the engine is emitting excessive emissions out the tailpipe. In extreme cases other parts in the system can be damaged, like the Catalytic Converter or Oxygen Sensor.

How do you turn off the check engine light on a Prius?

Hold down your car brake and press the power button to turn the car on. Continue holding down the brake, as you press the odometer trip button. Turn the car off while holding the ODO button and brake. After doing so, turn the car back on one more time while still on brake and ODO.

How do you reset the Check Engine light on a Prius?

Resetting your Prius check engine light can be done through the following methods, which work for 2004-2010 models. This technique follows the steps below to reset your check engine light and fix your car complications: Turn off your car and put the key fob in the ignition. Hold down your car brake and press the power button to turn the car on.

Are there any problems with the Toyota Prius?

Toyota Prius owners have reported 38 problems related to check engine light on (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Toyota Prius based on all problems reported for the Prius.

Why are the warning lights not flashing on my Toyota Prius?

I called my Toyota dealer, a service rep said it was ok to drive as long as the warning lights weren’t flashing. Diagnostic codes indicated the hybrid converter/inverter was bad, they cleared warning lights, which stayed off. They said it may have been a “glitch”, if warning lights returned, bring it back.

Where can I get a Toyota check engine light?

Master warning light came on along with vehicle stability control, brake & check engine lights. Took it to my Toyota dealer (rice Toyota, greensboro, nc). I work 79 miles from home. I called my Toyota dealer, a service rep said it was ok to drive as long as the warning lights weren’t flashing.