AVOID THIS 2010 - 2015 PRIUS / CT200H HEAD GASKET SCAM

[@itoohavedreams]

Big respect to Gasket Masters. Only an honest mechanic would live-stream themselves working on a clients car, showing a step by step tutorial explaining the entire process.

[@FreedomFighters1776]

By the Way, you guys are awesome for Helping her out. More Business will come your Way

[@gregc6661]

It will for sure. The universe is remarkable that way.

[@richardweddington3583]

You guys are a rare breed, an honest mechanic lol. Seriously though you guys are awesome.

[@la8309]

Amazing person. The emotional expressions are enough to demonstrate geniune frustration with scammers preying on the less knowledgeable. Thanks for sharing this content.

[@jacksonharrison6624]

Can you imagine paying 700 for spark plugs. I’m sick thinking about it. Poor lady

[@SidewaysGts]

@Allen Edwards Stealership

[@woodstream6137]

72k miles and 3rd set of pads and rotors. Apparently $350/axle for brake service is just pads and rotors and not slide pins. Found out later those are an extra $140. The 1st brake job lasted 12k miles but was out of warranty. Unfortunately I also needed my brake lines replaced because it was leaking brake fluid.

[@youtubeyoutube-ce5ee]

Spark plugs cost prob about £60 in total. All you need is a ratchet set unscrew them put new in and screw them again. Mechanics shouldn't change more than £20-30 to do spark plugs

[@Qicnt6]

​@@youtubeyoutube-ce5ee you don't understand how to do plugs on this prius then. You need to pull the upper splash shield guard, you can't just pull the plugs out. I'm not saying it should be 500+, but you are very wrong if you think it should be 20-30$.

[@vidascupcakes]

I just paid $432 yesterday for spark plugs and the rattle continues. I'm taking it to Toyota and looking for a hooptie to drive from now on. $5000 throwaway Prius. 2 year car.

[@joshpillos]

Same thing happened to me … went to a shop says first spark plug and timing issue quoted me $1600 then I asked what if replace head gasket “ oh that would be $3500 at least “ dang!!! Bay Area prices are just criminal 🤦‍♂️ Good thing I went to “ Gasket Master” saves me half the cost but most importantly They know what they’re doing … I’m a real customer and I recommend this shop !!👍🏻

[@acblunden2063]

Manuel at your Manteca shop helped me diagnose my car. He did it for free. I sent him a pizza for lunch. You guys do good work. Also, would be awesome if someone could call out the shop that fleeced this poor woman so everyone can avoid them.

[@CustomerPayment]

yeah!! and $700 for 4 spark plugs? PUHLEASE!!!!

[@on-site4094]

Thanks for helping the women out and exposing the scammers

[@leansystem7507]

Thank you for your VDO, I just finish fixing my CT200 and tested it for 2 weeks. The problem has been gone. I am so happy. Big thanks to you from Thailand. 👍👍

[@alaskanassassin7332]

25k miles and running on my Gasket Master head gasket replacement. Solid people, honest rate, honest pricing.

[@stevefaix5489]

Same scenario happen to me. Brought in to get diagnosed to confirm it was the head gasket. They called me and said it just needed plugs and coils for $1k. I took the car back and did those myself and same thing started happening. I was annoyed a paid that shop $150 for a “diagnosis”. I feel for this lady.

[@eddiewardsautogaming9096]

Thank you for being one of the few great shops left. I deal with this on a constant basis in my area. It pisses me off to me no end. All we can do is keep trying to help as many people as possible to keep them away from shops like that.

[@mortgageinsurance1]

Gasket Masters thank you so much. I experienced at the convenience in my home garage a Master class on how a bad head gasket should be repaired on my 2013 Prius. Prompt, Professional, and Precise service was received. Anybody in need of a bad head gasket please call them. To the company management I was very PLEASED!!!

[@Km-cj6ej]

What a sweetheart . I was searching videos because I just bought a car today. Test drove it felt fine drove it home found out I bought a damn lemon! Stupid me! Shaking engine 2 cyclinder misfire codes! You guys are so so awesome what you did for that woman!

[@joe1234249]

I am getting the same P0302 misfire code. Did you get yours fixed. what was the solution. Desperate for some answers

[@daviddealba9886]

Right on, thank you for giving back . I could tell when you were getting a little choked up that you have a heart . You do a good service to the relatively few righteous mechanics that know what it means to have integrity honesty trustworthy. I proud of you brother . You did a good thing . I too am a honest mechanic . So i know when i see one .

[@johnconnor2402]

I work in servicing and wouldn't even consider doing something like that to someone. That is really despicable man...

[@joshualymer6568]

Replaced the head gasket for my little brothers Prius Toyota Dealer here in Dallas said it had a bad motor after your video and a little inspection I was able to do it in a few hours with a fellpro kit thanks for what you do

[@enzorafaelmaidana01]

the problem with scammer mechanics is that there is no consequences. start sending them to prison and show them on the evening news in chains heading for court and we'll see how many of them keep on robbing people.

[@21boxhead]

THEN THE SCAMMER MECHANIC WILL SCREAM OUT "COMMUNIST BANDITS"

[@tooltime4640]

You can’t imprison someone for incompetence. And the customer signed legal document approving the repair. Sure it was the wrong repair on the plugs and coils. There’s the incompetence. But a used motor did fix her issue. It’s not the shops fault they got one that was on borrowed time. That’s on the junkyard which should have some limited warranty on it

[@Miguel-rk9zd]

You can always report them to the bureau of automotive repair (bar). They’re not there to help the shops, they’re there to give out citations and take names

[@1stingfan]

Wow!! There’s a special place in hell for these places that take advantage of a person like that! Thank you for making this video and for being a stand up guy! Well done sir!

[@sambell385]

This is what makes me not have any trust in the human race I know all humans ain’t bad but 90% of them are evil as hell especially nowadays it’s all about lying cheating and stealing, A whole planet full of Subhumans walking around down here

[@maidood9110]

It absolutely would not guaranteed be tbe the head gasket. There are several tests to rule it out paper strips to test coolant. Checking for brown milkshake oil. Checking atop spark plugs. It could just as easily be blockages in intake manifold pcv valve egr pipe and cooler. If you all are saying people need to just pay 5 k for a new engine or pay 3 g to replace the head gasket when if it is bad it cluld have already affected the piston heights.

[@maidood9110]

Also. The used motors thwt some people may buy to put in are sold with updated heavier duty gaskets that original motors didn't have. Not saying she needed it. But they are

[@nathanhatcher7096]

Folks wonder why I keep driving my 2nd gen Prius (04-09) they have their own issues too but far more reliable transportation that can be purchased for under $5k will cover 300k+ miles to without breaking a sweat! As for 3th gen Prius Thankfully there are guys like these people who know what the hell they are doing and can be trusted! Thanks for sharing!

[@LetsDriftMedia]

Thats so messed up how these shady shops can get away with crap like that. Also what gives mechanics in general a bad name ruining it for the good ones.

[@joerivera9106]

I really love this guy. This is the guys we need in this world.

[@riceburner4747]

U guys are GODS!!!! I've watched all ur videos! I own a gen 4 but I'm joined in alot of prius groups. I always recommend u guys. I can tell, ur a caring man/mechanic. Believe me, this will come back 3 fold to u!! U are a breath of fresh air in today's world. Thank u! 🇺🇸

[@imlkrsfn]

Look up gasket masters in Manteca, CA. It's these same guys and they have tons of complaints.

[@riceburner4747]

@@imlkrsfn I appreciate ur info. I was so touched about a woman living in her car & acts of kindness, jst not enuf in this world. I DID look up on reviews & out of 13, 3 were 1 star. They WERE nasty. Did I miss something? I dont live in CA anyway, but I like to know what to look out for. Thanks for takn the time.

[@broletsdiginasmr5366]

My 2015 Prius still running in original Head Gasket 115,000 miles. Just changed spark plug today, Parts Iridium Denso Spark Plug $67.00

[@21boxhead]

MOSTLY FAILS AFTER 200K MILES

[@broletsdiginasmr5366]

@@21boxhead oh man.

[@MrTmenzo]

Mines at 130k no issues

[@21boxhead]

@@MrTmenzo IT WILL FAIL AFTER 200K MILES ALREADY HAD TWO PRIUS BOTH BLOWN HEAD GASKETS BOTH OVER 200K MILES SELL BEFORE 200K OR PREPARE TO FIX IT

[@broletsdiginasmr5366]

@@MrTmenzo What year you have?

[@mylesgray3470]

$700 for the spark plugs?! I did mine for $40 in about an hour. This is why I do my own work. I cleaning everything spotless while I was in there.

[@oohjesus2]

my 2010 prius gasket blown at 200k miles but I just poured those sealant in , now its at 300k miles. but I spent so much time on fixing this myself. Yes those gasket sealant worked but i still need to do a lot of things myself. and yes all shops will screw people don't have any clue on cars.

[@haywardkong1213]

Question for your situation what case your headgasket to be comprised ? stuck thermostat ? water pump? clogged EGR?? would like to know yeah those sealants can work if you catch it early enough and do it the way how Faye Hadley describes on regards on blown head gaskets... kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKOvnnWIjriVlacsi=rlHgkOOKyFGdk12T

[@flyintl007]

I went through the same issue with my Prius. They gave me new spark plugs and coils, changed the fuel injectors etc. Still the same problem after spending over $2000. Then they said I had a bad engine which would be $6000 to replace. I was not going that route. So I researched and saw it could be a bad head gasket, which would also be expensive to replace. I discovered by putting a gasket sealer in the coolant will solve the problem. So I am now kicking myself that it would have only cost me only $50 dollars to fix in the 1st place.

[@michaelcyr8215]

unfortunately sealer is not a permanent fix.. but will give you time to save up for a head gasket replacement.

[@manifest_destiny-y7c]

I commend you for your honesty and integrity, and for showing mercy to someone in need. May God bless you 10x.🙏🏼

[@ronmendoza1274]

Nice to know you guys are honest auto mechanics. I'm thinking about getting a Prius. A shame this lady got cheated by dishonest mechanics.

[@benoitchartrand5772]

Not only that, you will have a customer for life.

[@danieleager7723]

I had the exact same problem, dealership did the exact same thing to me. Had me replace spark plugs, coil packs, fuel injectors, egr cooler, egr valve, and intake manifold. When nothing worked they had me get a new engine. then “forgot” I wanted to keep the old engine and let it “go to the scrap guy”…. Last month had a rattling coming from front driver side of engine compartment. Took it to a different Toyota dealership who tried to tell me I needed an entire new transmission “minimum $6-7k”. then tried to have me trade it in and just buy a new car. I was able to “KZbin diagnose” it while it was at the dealership and found it to be the clutch dampener only $1.1k part $2k labor to install. Can’t even trust the actual Toyota dealerships anymore. KZbin mechanics FTW.

[@THOMMGB]

I would recommend that this lady take that shop to small claims court and sue them for the entire amount.

[@CarlosDieselElectric]

Honesty goes along way. Some shops have NO shame. Glad you were able to get her back on the road.

[@finderskeeperz8363]

Im a 2015 owner and just acquired mine. Thank you for the valuable advice and continue with your transparency in helping others! You're a good man

[@dougiee6589]

Had the same roundabout repairs scam which was costing me a good lot of money. Got tired like you said and did the repairs myself to clear the rattling vibration shaking engine problem. You have the empathy and knowledge that some garages don't provide.

[@FreedomFighters1776]

That Sucks! These Shops need to be EXPOSED!

[@tomodiero7524]

Man you are good dude. Not many people can wear the badge of a mechanic honorably. There are a lot of scum bag mechanics out there, but you care about people and their circumstances. I hope today you are experiencing the abundance that comes with your mindset.

[@josephgeffrard6934]

My 2012 CT200H is in the shop at the moment...waiting for the dreadful head gasket prognosis. I have been losing coolant and the engine rattled lime it is sitting on the San Andreas fault line. No pun intended!

[@WillEagleton]

Spark plugs take about an hour on a Prius for someone with practice, she was seriously overcharged. Sorry to hear that she spent so much money she could have bought another Prius for that kind of money... wow.

[@den-yc3hv]

Thats what puts a bad rep on mechanics . You reap what you sow . You guys are awesome for being honest and transparent.

[@lookingupwards8652]

I respect this video. I have been a mechanic for 40 years. I have seen a lot of dirtbags screw weman over and as a man it pisses me off, not all male mechanics are dirtbags. Thanks for keeping it honest and yes i have taken the loss and paid for a job that someone else screwed up.

[@SMCJF]

The shaking/knocking is a hybrid misfire. Its's missing due to the coolant leaking into the cylinders/pressure. But it is a misfire. Poor initial diagnosis by ignoring the low reservoir and not performing a block test.

[@donparrish5634]

I don’t think they screwed her over to get money or because she’s a “Woman” I think it was pure incompetence. I’m sure the shop owner would take the head gasket money in the first place instead of the headache and back peddling. This is on the tech. She should talk to the shop owner. Lay this scenario out and at least meet her in the middle

[@theredpill1318]

They rely on their scanners. There's no code 4 this

[@steves7973]

You are one of those rare engineers who care about your customers, shame on that other garage who treated that lady very badly.

[@afzalarif1124]

Shout out to the compassionate technician. Faith in humanity is restored

[@Jonathan-wj3uo]

Criminals. That is just shameful. You guys are incredible.

[@davidbrentnall9330]

Wish there were more honest and generous people like you in the world, shame on the fraudsters, from the UK

[@scootert2585]

This is a known problem.. My question is what's going to stop the new replacement head gasket from failing 75,000 to 100000 miles down the road?

[@acblunden2063]

Maintain the EGR system and clean out the EGR ports in the intake manifold. A faulty EGR system (stuck open) will send too much exhaust gas back into the intake manifold for re-circulation. That will mess up the air/fuel mixture and will blow the head gasket. If you've never done the EGR system and manifold, do it now. Then do it ever 30k miles or so as a part of regular maintenance.

[@leivabernie]

God bless you man I just refreshed my EGR and completely cleaned the Intake manifold as well as a light scrub of the EGR cooler. Did spark plugs as well. Car is running like new.

[@CustomerPayment]

look at ll those 2ZR-FXE's on the floor and Prius head gaskets hanging on the wall... I have a 2012 CT200h I bought like this 6 years ago and the CVT was bad from never getting serviced in 221,000 miles. I did a complete engine and transmission JDM 6 years ago and I've had zero problems. I use them in my customers cars too. Toyota hybrid specialist here in Austin, Texas!

[@nitrobiz]

Is there anything I can do to help prevent head gasket failure on these engines?

[@iwontreplybacklol7481]

Dont live in Cali, but these guys seem legit and give lots of great tips and videos. Thumbs up.

[@steventhompson3679]

I really appreciate your videos and your heart to help people!!

[@inkyinker]

3:05 man huge respect to you. You felt her pain and we all could see it. You got so emotional right there. If you were a woman, you would have cried but you controlled coz you are a man and a great man. Awesome. Dab 🙏🏽 respect.

[@sunnshine9965]

Lol, i just changed my spark plugs, it still shook, and cant drive it. Says misfire in cylinder 2,3 so i changed my coils and it still shakes. After watching this video today im going to add coolant and change my headgasket. 😊 thank you for the video it really is informative

[@radiospank]

So sad, as a 3rd gen owner I know her frustration but to be bent over like that and lose that much money and still have a broken vehicle is evil. That shop should be brought to light so they can get bad reviews

[@brianofalaska]

You guys seriously make the BEST videos! I swapped the engine in my gen 3 at home thanks to your videos! Problem is the new engine is still burning oil. I changed the PCV and there is no change. Is there anything else you can recommend checking? I really don't want to change the piston rings! Epically since you guys don't have a video on it so i might have to have a shop do it. Thank you for all you've done already!

[@hiphopwong]

Sounds like you swapped an engine with another bad short block! Toyota dealers are telling customers to change synthetic oil at 10K miles. Changing at 5K would avoid the short block from getting damaged by the piston rings causing gaps for oil to escape.

[@rustyicepick8462]

If ignored that leaking head gasket and the shaking in the morning caused by liquid coolant in the cylinder(s) will lead to bent piston rods. Not long after that the rod will fail. It will happen instantly making a loud, mechanical noise and maybe even poking a hole in the engine crankcase and leaking oil dramatically. I know, it happened to me. At first it was just an occasional shaking and rattling sound from the engine. As the car warmed up, the shaking and rattling went away. A shop I took it to did not experience the shaking. Then it became more frequent, lasted longer and got louder. I also noticed my coolant going down. The next shop I went to experienced the shaking and diagnosed the leaking head gasket. $3000 later I learned this was not an uncommon problem with Prius cars. What I didn't know at the time, and what the mechanics should have known, was the potential for bent rods. Too late. On the freeway about 4 days later the rod let go. Now I'm waiting for an estimate on a rebuilt engine to help me decide if I should just sell the car as is to a junk yard. DO NOT IGNORE A PRIUS ENGINE THAT IS SHAKING/RATTLING.

[@fayazaziz925]

When you buy a used Prius/ct200. Always see the car in the morning when cold. Open the coolant reservoir and see if there is pressure built up. If no pressure during cold start. Then safe to say engine should be fine.

[@beesybee8921]

I put a new engine with 558 miles only and didn’t change a gasket, I did the work my self and verified the real mileage from s donor car I bought for parts

[@ronaldoquintos1675]

Strong diagnostic skill is probably the most important thing a mechanic can have. I own a hybrid shop but I am careful in my diagnostics, and never do guess work and throw parts at a car to see if it fix a problem. A mechanic has to know the nature of s misfire. Things like does it misfire worst at closed loop etc. Is it a random misfire, is the misfire caused by one cylinder. Upon removing a plug does on of the plug look like it’s been cleaned? Obviously caused by coolant making it’s way into the cylinder. Also like you said a misfire after sitting for long periods of time would have had time for coolant to accumulate in the cylinder thus causing misfire but the blue liquid is very useful as well I used them in my shop to check for exhaust in the cooling system. Good job and I praise your honesty which is same policy in my hybrid shop. The difference in me is I’m actually a regualr mechanic like you who just happened to have background in electronic engineering that’s why I fix hybrid and electric car as well, but those guys have no business working on hybrid if they are that poor in diagnostic because hybrid cars are some of the most difficult to diagnose. An example is a no start condition in a hybrid car would have a regular mechanic fooled the car has a stalling problem. They might say it start runs for 15 seconds and stall when in fact the hybrid battery is actually trying to start the car. When an engine is being cranked by a 220 volts hybrid battery pack it sound like it’s idling lol. 😂It keeps cranking it about the same speed as idle for 10-15 seconds and quits if it does not start making it seem like it’s running then stalling.😂

[@B0ne2]

I went to gm, dude fixed it in 4 hrs! Total pro!!

[@frankroper3274]

I had the same issue on my 2010 Prius...rattle in the morning then it would smooth out maybe 10 seconds later no problems...seemingly. I did my own tune up and parts were 300.00 at NAPA. It ran better but still the same rattle at start up. I didn't know and couldn't find a local mechanic so I sold it for 1500.00 with new tires and told them about the issue. So sad for this lady paying 1000.00 for a tune up. It takes about an hour for an hour for an amateur like me at 67. They knew she didn't know what was going on and took her for a ride!

[@scottprimm7601]

Thanks for being one of the good guys and doing the right thing for people. Those other guys are crooks and theives! What a bunch of cowards and taking advantage of a lady who was counting on paying for a honest repair.

[@touavlogs]

I know that feeling. To hear good customers getting ripped off. It makes me sad and mad

[@Alvakiko123]

Thanks for posting this video! I've been taken to the cleaners by crooked "hybrid" shops, specifically for hybrid battery replacement. We need to expose all this shops.

[@joe1234249]

I am trapped in west TN and find myself in the same problem. Rattling engine but not losing significant coolant. Stays within the H/ L lines over about 2000 miles driving. Sent in to dealership. They ran diagnostic and told me they are seeing multiple codes and want another 6 hrs to deep dive the engine for problem. That's going be another $1000 before I get an answer of what the issue is. "Their experience is telling them it's the HG" and that I may need a replacement engine. I can't afford a new car.😞

[@gasketmasters]

You need to call us @209-305-1672. We’ll be in tenn in couple weeks.

[@franko7357]

You guys are great, professional, and awesome, good looking out for people, that will bring you more business in the future!

[@jonebrown47]

Hi, I am a retired veteran and I want to share my experience that I am still dealing with until now. I have a 2013 Prius v with 128k miles. I got a check engine light and took it to a hybrid car specialist. they check it out and said it's the head gasket. they charged me almost $1200 for the head gasket. they called me to come pick up my car when they did the head gasket. I picked it up and I drove about 10 miles check engine came back on with a weird noise. I took it back they said I have a code P0011 and I needed to change the Camshaft position sensor. they charged me another $300 to change it. I drove 10 miles and check engine came back with same code. i took it back and they said I needed to change the crankshaft sensor. they charged me another $300 to change it. same exact problem I drove 10 miles check engine came back on with the same code. I took it back and they said I need a new engine. I can not afford $4200 for an engine replacement. the car is setting in my garage for 3 days now and I do not know what to do. please advise me. please help me.

[@gasketmasters]

Call us. 209-305-1672

[@waken2442]

I feel her. In the same exact position right now. First car too. Too late now, but im glad I found this video in case my grandma or mom go through this also.

[@zorro324]

What if you're not losing any coolant and you get engine shake from time to time?

[@jonathanfiel6215]

Were you able to solve your issue? I have the same problem and I'm not losing coolant. Spark plugs and ignition coils have been changed and I get the same shake.

[@SidewaysGts]

Id go as far to say that you SHOULD have given out that shops name. 700 dollars to change the spark plugs on a prius? That shop does not deserve anyones business.

[@kirill6262]

Have you figured out why the gasket fails and how it can be avoided in the future? All of these gasket changes on 1.8 hybrids since MY 2010 resolve the issue for a short time. The problem is in the block and if you do not grind the surface of the block (not the head, but the block), then all your repairs are the same deception of the client as the replacement of spark plugs and coils.

[@radrcer]

My coolant disappears from coolant reservoir after long 2-4 hour drive, but is fine for short trips around town. Is this headgasket related. Gen3 140k miles.

[@alanw5812]

for me, I think some other problem may don't find yet,headgasket won't blow itself, some other problems case it, may be water pump, tempmoster, radiator and electric, only some model like subaru ,it will just headgasket problem.

[@JSmooove]

I have the same exact year and model and I’ve been dealing with this same exact issue. A mechanic changed my plugs, coils and mass air flow censor. My car still shakes. Looks like I got got too. I’m down $3k smh

[@mojool]

Subbed after this vid. You are awesome to help someone like that!

[@raynoszs5267]

Man, you guys are amazing for helping her out, those are guys should be in jail.

[@Sutterjack]

It amazes me how many mechanics will go for a quick buck with dishonesty and destroy their trust, credibility and potential referrals by deceiving a client like this. As my boss once said "It's extremely hard to get a good reputation and extremely easy to get a bad one". A mechanic with integrity is worth their weight in gold -

[@steveolive9991]

It seems that incompetent shops are dishonest while the competent shops are always honest.

[@shawnadams7361]

Yeah I just bought a used 2008 it doesn't shake in the mornings but it just won't get any good gas mileage and told the Toyota dealership that all the cylinders are low on compression was a bad boy had the car for 60 days and now it's parked and I cannot return it

[@superwoke7937]

I have heard all to often this is a common problem with Gen 3 priuses around the 100k mark, Toyota should take some responsibility for this, from what I understand the adhesive they used for the head gasket wears away and that is what ends up causing the problem, which is not a cheap or easy fix.

[@cheriftama2871]

I had this problem i took my Prius to Toyota dealer and he said you need new engine for 7500$ and he didn’t even know what’s the problem then I took it to another Toyota dealer the first time he said your engine is good you just a flash he did that for 160 $ but the problem isn’t fixed so decided to Back again to the dealer and I told him my car has symptoms of bad head gasket and this is what my friend told and I gave Him all the symptoms after they checked my car they said that’s right and they told me we will fix it for 3500$ .

[@Good-luck-Jonathan]

It would’ve been nice if you mentioned the cause of why they fail. It is because the electric water pump. There’s no replacement interval but you need to do it every hundred thousand miles. This is the primary cause of third GEN and in fact any previous going forward that has head gasket will be from.

[@gasketmasters]

Nope. You have no idea what you think you’re talking about

[@KG6AFF]

Is there after market head gasket made from better materials, ?? I used to use copper material mixed into glue type substance head gasket sealer on inline four motorcycles when putting those together in 80s ... is that still around...

[@west_park7993]

Weird problem. 2012 Prius, 145k miles. Oil changed religiously at every 10K, 0W20 full synthetic. Never driven at low coolant levels. Sudden loss of coolant on the highway. drove 200 miles one way, no problem. on the way back, stopped at every rest area to add DI water, i.e. every 30 miles or so. In each case, there is still some water in the plastic tank. Engine runs smooth, accelerates smooth, purrs like a cat. No white water vapors in the exhaust. Took apart the front, and looked for pink residue around connections and radiator seal lines. No pink residue. Rubber hoses are tightened with original spring clamps, but no pink leaks. Electric water pump is clean. However, there is pink residue at the back of the plastic overflow tank, the firewall and the drive shaft. Sometimes the leak is so big, that it ends up on the front passenger tire and the passenger side doors. How does it go from inside to the OUTSIDE the vehicle is a mystery. Check engine never shows up. The high temperature light comes on and off, sometimes flashing, sometimes solid, then disappears. Driving around town seems no loss so far. Planning to do a pressure test and exhaust fumes test later on today.

[@haywardkong1213]

Sounds like your engine overheated...since you lost coolant somehow from an external leak...which means your headgasket got compromised ..

[@west_park7993]

@@haywardkong1213 just finished hg job. the car was never abused. never low on water or oil. no reason to leak, except toyota used substandard lot of gaskets. this is why some cars last for ever and others fail. the overheating is weird, because no loss of coolant, full container, and suddenly overheating that lasts few seconds. with a blast of coolant spill. like a small explosion inside the coolant system. seems like there was a microcrack between cyl 4 and coolant and microburst of gasses shocks the system and causes the overflow. and since the most of the coolant flows normal, and is not affected, it quickly brings the car under control. my only question is, why it did not get worse faster and faster and become permanent? at least i have a victor reinz hg and other gaskets and grommets. they began turning hard.

[@west_park7993]

@@haywardkong1213 thanks for your suggestion. you are right this is what toyota determined when they looked inside with boroscope . i just educated myself recently, there are 7 different ways for gasket failure, and 3rd gen prius this is typical. substandard lot of hg, and microcrack, that lets gas out, but very vey little coolant it.

[@KasraOskuie]

God Bless you. Toyota service center tried to do the same with me. Didn't fall for it. Of course, I'm a man and nearly 40 years of driving. I know a thing or two. Unfortunately, they take advantage of Women and elderly. Not right. Be honest and do work right and not only earn that customers business for life, but also, they bring you new business.The business I'm in (Not auto mechanic), I turn down 1 or 2 customer a day because they don't need my product and services and they think they do. I is so easy to take their money and they will even thank me for it. But, that is not the right thing to do. I'm a small business and my competitions is alot bigger and stronger. Businesses the size of mind went out because of COVID. I was able to weather it just because of my business practice. I don't advertise and I don't knock on doors anymore. My business solely comes from referrals. Do it honest, do it right.

[@dublinvids5146]

Wow. What a coincidence. I'm living in my Prius here in Dublin, Ireland and just starting experiencing the morning rattle/shaking with coolant loss. No idea who to contact here as all main Toyota shops here have extortionate prices for even small jobs. Anyway, wish me luck.

[@gasketmasters]

Good luck

[@broletsdiginasmr5366]

Really $700 for spark plug replacement?

[@Mu5tyLaghmani]

That's extortionate, these guys are vile criminals and I hate to think, that they will be laughing at her for not confronting them.

[@ninevehofgenesis4155]

God bless you. I will put a good word for you out there. I feel so sorry for that woman. She should sue them and expose them. I would spend money on ads to expose them. They're are no different than thugs and criminals.

[@evadDc]

Best repair shop hands down!!!

[@seattlefishing4240]

What a nightmare story and mad props to you sir for your compassion. I own a business and I never rip people off or lie to them for money. I sleep well at night.

[@zaqwerty26]

Spark Plug is like 100$ and take 10 minutes to replace, mine does the same (Lexus ct 200h) they just told me its not the Head gasket but the intake manifold gasket

[@chazrivers7200]

I just purchased a 2012 ct200h 2 weeks ago with 150k miles I drove it for approximately 1000 miles and I started noticing that exact shaking from the video. They told me it could be bad spark plugs spark plugs and had those changed they also mentioned the same thing that it can be bad coils but they confirmed that it wasn't neither after they replaced the plugs and tested the coils. The mechanic said he's going to try to change out the cylinder number 2 because it's still showing up on his OBD scanner. As of now I have not been losing coolant. Am I being scammed? Is it going to be the head gasket and it's just in the initial stages of breaking down ?? Can someone please help I would truly appreciate it

[@BesprovolkiSvias]

if someone tells you they "fixed" it but it is not "fixed", you must demand a refund. It's the LAW in the USA. In other words, in America, nobody has right to take money for something that is a lie. To rephrase, the Laws are in place to protect the consumer. Anybody can file a case in court. In Oregon for example, a person can file a claim in Small Claims Court if it is under $750.00 and a person would not even need an attorney: the judge will act as attorney. Do not spread the lies about helplessness of a consumer.

[@denissep8776]

Please help. I have same issue. Even sometimes when I'm at the light it makes the same sound for couple seconds. Also my coolant is disappearing.

[@jonathanm180]

This is the best type of shop to work for.

[@richardweddington3583]

Ok my daughters ct 200h is doing this exact same thing but her shake only lasts like 30 to 40 seconds then it stops and runs smoothly. She hasn’t lost very little coolant and it’s never gotten hot or over heated.So what causes the head gasket to blow on these cars? Has there or is there any recall information?

[@gasketmasters]

There’s not going to be a recall because it’s not a safety issue.

[@metrork1]

Its just the nature of the beast.

[@blakeposter7496]

thats the problem with some of these shops they dont know but take guesses and the bill keeps rising, They are not hiring their best

[@RudeBoiiSnapz]

I have this same problem and have been watching all your videos thinking about just dumping the car. Any chance you will ever be available in Seattle WA?

[@naumanansar786]

I have the same issue on my prius 1.8. But today i turn on my car, engine starts shaking and making rattling noise very badly. While this happening suddenly a white smoke came from the hood. Than engine stops. That smoke smells like gas. Kindly tell me the reason and how make it done?

[@iameasez]

That’s probably stolen catalytic converter