2001 Toyota PriusFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

On-Vehicle Repair

  1. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER LH 
  2. REMOVE OIL PUMP 
    1. Remove the plug.
    2. Remove the O-ring from the plug.
      Fig 1: Removing O-Ring From Plug
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    3. Remove the 5 bolts and oil pump cover.
      Fig 2: Removing Oil Pump Cover
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    4. Remove the O-ring.
      Fig 3: Removing O-Ring
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    5. Remove the oil pump driven rotor and drive rotor.
      Fig 4: Removing Oil Pump Driven Rotor And Drive Rotor
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    6. Remove the oil pump drive shaft.
      Fig 5: Removing Oil Pump Drive Shaft
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  3. INSTALL OIL PUMP 
    1. Apply ATF to each sliding part.
    2. Install the oil pump drive shaft.
    3. Install the oil pump driven rotor and drive rotor.
      Fig 6: Installing Oil Pump Driven Rotor And Drive Rotor
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    4. Install a new O-ring.
      Fig 7: Installing O-Ring
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    5. Apply liquid sealer to 2 or 3 threads of the bolt end.

      Sealant Part No. 08833-00080, THREE BOND 1344, LOCTITE 242 or equivalent 

      Fig 8: Locating Liquid Sealer Applying Point
      G03452726Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    6. Install the oil pump cover with the 5 bolts.

      Torque: 5.5 N.m (56 kgf.cm, 49 in..lbf) 

    7. Install a new O-ring and the plug.
      Fig 9: Installing O-Ring And Plug
      G03452727Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 7.35 N.m (75 kgf.cm, 65 in..lbf) 

  4. INSTALL ENGINE UNDER COVER LH 
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When to See a Mechanic

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

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