Coolant reservoir cracked is it safe to drive

2007 TOYOTA PRIUS

190 MILES

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 3:12 PM

ASEMASTER6371

✓Experienced Mechanic
52,796 POSTS

Good morning,

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

Roy

Feb 16, 2020 at 7:32 PM

KIMHANHFLORES

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Yes, please review.

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Feb 17, 2020 at 2:37 AM

ASEMASTER6371

✓Experienced Mechanic
52,796 POSTS

Thanks. Do you have the piece that broke off? That's a big hole.

Roy

Feb 17, 2020 at 2:55 AM

KIMHANHFLORES

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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 2:59 AM

ASEMASTER6371

✓Experienced Mechanic
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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 3:01 AM

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