engine doesn't shut off.

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Caug1, May 19, 2011.

  1. Caug1

    Caug1 Member

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    Hello,
    i am posting for my friend with 2004 prius with 170k.
    basically , his engine just doesn't shut off. battery is full.
    engine keep running at the stop signs, in park.
    no engine light on.
    Please help.
    Thanks,
    C
     
    #1 Caug1, May 19, 2011
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    If the battery is full the engine runs to burn off excess charge to not overcharge battery
     
    #2 stefano5777, May 19, 2011
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    Hang a ScanGauge on it and measure the ECT, maybe it is not getting to S4 because the Thermostat is stuck Open or the ECT sensor is always reading LOW, ECT resistor open?
     
    #4 ccdisce, May 19, 2011
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