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CHASSIS ± P111 HYBRID TRANSAXLE
CHASSIS
182CH01
MG (Motor Generator) 2Power Splitting Device
MG (Motor Generator) 1
Transaxle Damper
Differential Oil Pump79
P111 HYBRID TRANSAXLE
DESCRIPTION
The P111 hybrid transaxle has been newly developed for the hybrid system application.
Containing a MG (Motor Generator) 2 for driving the vehicle and a MG (Motor Generator) 1 for generating
electrical power, the P111 hybrid transaxle uses a continuously variable transmission mechanism with power
splitting device that achieve smooth and quiet operation.
Specifications
Pl t
The No. of Ring Gear Teeth78
Planetary
GearThe No. of Pinion Gear Teeth23Gear
The No. of Sun Gear Teeth30
Gear Ratio3.905
Number of Links74
ChainDrive Sprocket39
Driven Sprocket36
Counter GearDrive Gear30Counter GearDriven Gear44
Final GearDrive Gear26Final GearDriven Gear75
Fluid Capacity Liters (US qts, Imp.qts)4.6 (4.9, 4.0)
Fluid TypeATF Type T-IV or equivalent
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PP2FL±03
± PREPARATIONLUBRICATION
PP±17
2001 PRIUS (RM778U)
LUBRICANT
ItemCapacityClassification
Engine oil
Drain and refill w/ Oil filter change
w/o Oil filter change
Dry fill
3.7 liters (3.9 US qts, 3.3 lmp.qts)
3.4 liters (3.6 US qts, 3.0 lmp.qts)
4.1 liters (4.3 US qts, 3.6 lmp.qts)API grade SJ, Energy±Conserving or ILSAC mul-
tigrade engine oil. SAE 5W±30 is the best choice
for your vehicle, for good fuel economy,and good
starting in cold weather.
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PP3AP±01
PP±28
± PREPARATIONHYBRID TRANSAXLE
2001 PRIUS (RM778U)
LUBRICANT
ItemCapacityClassification
Hybrid transaxle oil4.6 liters (4.9 US qts, 4.0 lmp. qts)ATF Type T±IV
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PP3AG±01
± PREPARATIONAIR CONDITIONING
PP±61
2001 PRIUS (RM778U)
LUBRICANT
ItemCapacityClassification
Compressor oil±ND±OIL 8 or equivalent
When replacing condenser40 cc (1.4 fl.oz.)
When replacing evaporator40 cc (1.4 fl.oz.)
When replacing compressor120 cc (4.1 fl.oz.)
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D09920Drain Plug
D09925
Oil Level
0 ± 5 mm
HT005±01
D09921Drain Plug
D09778
Shop Rag
D09899
HT±6
± HYBRID TRANSAXLEHYBRID TRANSAXLE UNIT
1379 Author: Date:
2001 PRIUS (RM778U)
HYBRID TRANSAXLE UNIT
ON±VEHICLE REPAIR
1. REPLACE TRANSAXLE OIL
Fluid type: ATF Type T±IV
Capacity: 4.6 liters (4.9 US qts, 4.0 Imp. qts)
Torque: 49 N´m (498 kgf´cm, 36 ft´lbf)
2. REPLACE COOLANT
(a) Remove the reservoir tank cap of the inverter.
(b) Remove the drain plug and drain the coolant.
(c) Install the drain plug with a new gasket.
(d) Loosen the 2 bleeder plugs and connect the hoses.
HINT:
To prevent coolant from splashing, place a shop rag on the
overflow pipe as shown in the illustration.
(e) Supply coolant from the reservoir tank.
(f) Supply coolant until coolant level in the hose connected
to the bleeder plugs reaches the same level with FULL of
the reservoir tank as shown in the illustration.
(g) Tighten the 2 bleeder plugs.
(h) Turn the ignition switch ON and active the water pump.
(i) Leave it as it is for approx. 20 seconds.
(j) Turn the ignition switch OFF.
(k) Loosen the 2 bleeder plugs to bleed air.
(l) Close the 2 bleeder plugs again.