Battery cooling fan maintenance

Under normal conditions it doesn't do enough to warrant that type maintenance. Usually runs at pretty low speed.

 

FWIW I just vacuumed the small screen beneath the rear right side passenger seat this morning. I don't carry pets so there was little to barely noticeable blockage. We've had the car just over a year.

 

I recently watched a UTube video about this very subject. Don't recall the title, but search on Prius V battery fan should get you there. I was quite good. They guy showed everything, including access to 2 clips UNDER the fan.

 

I tried doing the same thing and only found this diagram related to my Prius V

 

Just a thought: it might be possible, and easier, to clean it without complete removal. Ours is 2010, so different though.

If you've never cleaned, I'd be inclined to get to it at least once, regardless of how clean it might be, just for peace of mind.

 

I would say, a correct fitting brush and a good vacuum should do the trick. Even on my 2005 it was quite a job to remove the fan, there was also some ducting in there as well.

 

Dusting wands are good for the fan ductwork:



Also good in the engine bay.