2001 Toyota PriusFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Counter Drive Gear: Disassembly

  1. REMOVE BALL BEARING LH (MG2 SIDE)Β 

    Using SST and a press, drive out the ball bearing.

    SST 09950-00020, 09950-60010 (09951-00330), 09950-70010 (09951-07100)

    Fig 1: Removing Ball Bearing LH (MG2 Side)
    G03452923Courtesy of Β© TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  2. REMOVE BALL BEARING RH (MG2 SIDE)Β 
    1. Using SST and a press, drive out the ball bearing.

      SST 09950-00020, 09950-60010 (09951-00330), 09950-70010 (09951-07100)

      Fig 2: Removing Ball Bearing RH (MG2 Side)
      G03452924Courtesy of Β© TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.