Engine & fuel system
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Engine overheating
Overview
- Affects
- All models with 2ZR-FXE engine code.
- Remedy
- Fit modified part
- Parts
- 1 part
Symptoms
Coolant loss with no signs of coolant leak. White smoke coming from exhaust.
Cause
Unsatisfactory design of cylinder head gasket.
Repair
- Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
- If no fault(s) found: Fit modified cylinder head gasket.
Parts1 part
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Cylinder head gasket | 11115-37090 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.
Glossary
Technical terms used in this guide.
- Head Gasket
- The seal between the cylinder head and the engine block
Frequently asked questions
What are the common faults with the Toyota Prius 1.8 PHEV?
This guide contains one workshop bulletin for the Toyota Prius 1.8 PHEV. Of these, one concerns the engine and fuel system. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.
Does every Toyota Prius 1.8 PHEV have these faults?
No. These are patterns documented across the model by workshops, not predictions for an individual vehicle. Where a fault applies only to certain vehicles or VIN ranges, that is listed with the fault.
Can I check for Toyota Prius 1.8 PHEV faults myself?
Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.