P261C appearing in hot weather.

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Technical Discussion' started by Imran nazir 79, Jun 8, 2025 at 11:43 AM.

  1. Imran nazir 79

    Imran nazir 79 Junior Member

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    Hello everyone. I am facing a strange problem. My prius 2014 would pop up Engine sign with P261C in scan in a hot weather about 40°C. However in morning and in evening it never happens. I have changed 2 to 3 water bodies and the running is also pretty fine...Secondly I have noticed, it happens when I switch on air conditioning.
    Any exact diagnosis will be of a great help I deed.
     
  2. ChapmanF

    ChapmanF Senior Member

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    I assume by "water bodies" you mean what I would call water pumps?

    Where have you obtained the water pumps you have installed?

    Do you have access to a scan tool that can show you the target and actual water pump RPM while driving?

    Do you have access to an oscilloscope?