2010 Prius Transaxle fluid change

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by WeidnerL, Nov 21, 2013.

  1. WeidnerL

    WeidnerL Junior Member

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    I have a 2010 Prius and need to change the Transaxle fluid. I have the Haynes repair manual, but it only shows the drain and fill plugs for the Gen II. I have found what looks like the drain plugs but am not sure of it. Fill appears to be right next to the CV axle and the drain is streight down from the CV axle. Are these the correct fill and drain plugs?
    Also, this transaxle seems to have a whine to it. Whines only at kind of a neutral throttle. Throttle pressure or backing off on the throttle reduces the whine. Is this normal or what?
    Thanks
     
    #1 WeidnerL, Nov 21, 2013
  2. jdcollins5

    jdcollins5 Senior Member

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    Try searching on here for Transaxle Fluid Change. There are several good threads with good pictures and videos.

    Also, next time post in the Gen III section since your car is a Gen III.
     
    #2 jdcollins5, Nov 21, 2013
  3. WeidnerL

    WeidnerL Junior Member

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    Thanks...did not know I was in Gen II
     
    #3 WeidnerL, Nov 21, 2013
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