2001- Red Triangle of Death (P3030 and P3120)

Discussion in 'Generation 1 Prius Discussion' started by TSwan, Sep 15, 2025 at 8:32 PM.

  1. TSwan

    TSwan New Member

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    A couple months ago, my first gen prius started jerking while accelerating, after i pulled over it wouldn't start and the red triangle of death came on. I left my car sitting in my driveway for a couple months, the battery was completely dead/bad so I replaced it. I also cleaned the MAF sensor. I ran the codes and got P3030 and P3120. From what I've read on here those can be tied to expensive repairs. wondering if anyone has any insight if its worth putting money/time into fixing this or if its time to say goodbye.
     
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    You need it capable scanner to get the sub code a three digit numerical code for the 3120. Theother look in hybrid battery for damaged wiring . If imagine with this code a very original or very old battery