Coolant reservoir cracked is it safe to drive

2007 TOYOTA PRIUS
190 MILES
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KIMHANHFLORES
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To whom It may concern:

Is it safe to drive my car while my coolant reservoir tank is cracked until they can find the replacement part? Please reply ASAP.

Thanks,
Kim Flores
Feb 16, 2020 at 11:12 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

Where is the crack? Can you upload a picture of the tank and the area that is cracked?

Roy
Feb 17, 2020 at 3:32 AM
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Yes, please review.
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Feb 17, 2020 at 10:37 AM
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Thanks. Do you have the piece that broke off? That's a big hole.

Roy
Feb 17, 2020 at 10:55 AM
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No, I did not even know until David at Jiffy Lube popped my hood up for an inspection. So, can I still drive it or do I have to wait?
Feb 17, 2020 at 10:59 AM
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That is an overflow tank and there is no pressure there.

Yes, you can drive it but get the part ASAP. You may notice it leaking on the ground and check the level daily.

Roy
Feb 17, 2020 at 11:01 AM
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KIMHANHFLORES
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Thanks, Roy for all the educational information and always relying to me in a timely manner. I really appreciate it. Have a good day.
Feb 17, 2020 at 11:12 AM
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy
Feb 17, 2020 at 11:34 AM