Red triangle warning light!!!*

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  1. pseudolus

    pseudolus New Member

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    Hey, gang..., Just got my 2004 back from the front end being "reconstructed" after an accident. Occasionally, as I slow down (25 mph or so?, the red triangle/exclamation point) lights up, stays on for a few seconds, then disappears. The car otherwise is running as it always has - nicely. The manual, as expected, is NO help here. Maybe a brake issue, ..? Any thoughts?

    Thanks, Pseudolus
     
    #1 pseudolus, Jun 15, 2013
  2. SteveLee

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    With any electrical issues with the Prius always suspect the 12V until proven impossible. I would run the check. Shops are notorious for draining the 12V.
     
    #2 SteveLee, Jun 15, 2013
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    "Run the check" What's that?
     
    #3 pseudolus, Jun 15, 2013
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    Check the engine oil level on the dipstick when the car is on level ground and the engine has been off at least 5 minutes. The oil level is probably low.
     
    #4 Patrick Wong, Jun 15, 2013
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    Patrick's suggestion is likely correct. But to check the 12v do the procedure found here and report back all three readings.
     
    #5 SteveLee, Jun 16, 2013
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