What does the code P3000 mean on a Prius?
(Pic of scan tool reading delta SOC of 58%) The main hybrid computer (or HV ECU, which is den mother of the car) will set a corresponding code P3000: “HV Battery Malfunction” which simply points to the Battery ECU for more information.
What happens when the battery goes bad on a Prius?
If the warnings are ignored and the battery gets even worse, the HV ECU will determine that the battery is unreliable, abandon it, and enter a “limp mode”. Symptoms are the engine revving at high RPM, low power, and jerky performance.
What kind of battery does a Prius HV have?
Note: This is not the same as the Gen 1 Prius HV Battery electrolyte discharge problem, which Toyota addressed with “service campaign” (a.k.a. recall) SSC 40G to reseal the positive battery terminals. The Gen 1’s Panasonic batteries integrate six 1.2V cells into one “module” (7.2V).
Where can I find used Prius battery packs?
Used packs do appear on eBay on a regular basis, but it can be very hard to determine the health of such a battery. It’s quite likely the part is for sale exactly because it’s already gone bad. As with any salvaged part, it’s likely sat for an extended period and further degraded.
Is it common for a Prius battery to fail?
Based on experience within our walls and in discussion with technicians across the country, we can fairly call Gen 1 Prius battery failures “common” and even “predictable.” The youngest we’ve seen served 130,000 miles, some make it past 200,000 miles.
Where is the Diagnostic Code on a Toyota Prius?
Prius Hybrid NHW11 1.5 NZ-FXE 2001-2003 OBDII Fault Codes are OBDII type. The DLC (diagnostic connector) is located under the dash on the drivers side. NOTE! The Hybrid Control ECU may contain Fault codes that affect petrol engine ECM operation. Manual Fault Code Extraction: