Car complaints, car problems and defect information latest news. Toyota prius gears slipping when accelerating inspection costs. In the week it took for 2010 toyota prius recall rumors to become reality, driver complaints about the 2010 prius exploded from 171 on feb. Dec 21, 2015 toyota prius owners have reported 8 problems related to transmission not go into gear under the power train category. Educate yourself on toyota prius transmission problems and the.
It almost feels like a slipping clutch because the prius shifter does not have any clutch, fluid coupling, or torque converter. Higher trim levels and option packages add features like bluetooth, an upgraded stereo, leather. Its actually not that difficult to get these numbers in realworld conditions. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. An automatic transmissions advantages are pretty clear, drivers can focus more on the road, drive with one hand, there is no need for constant shifting in stopandgo traffic and countless other reasons. Transmission transmission park button reverse neutral drive engine brake the engine brake is the equivalent of downshifting. We have 553 2010 toyota prius vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 348 1owner cars, and 750 personal use cars. Oct 26, 2016 a manual transmission provides a direct line to the power and performance of your vehicle, giving you complete control when you hit the road.
Toyota prius transmission not go into gear problems. Toyota 2010 prius owners navigation manual om47605u 2010 prius usb interface owners manual. If every time you change gears your car falls back out of it you are experiencing car transmission slipping. A manual transmission provides a direct line to the power and performance of your vehicle, giving you complete control when you hit the road. This video was uploaded to help with diagnosis in an online forum. Automatic transmission fluid section 9 of owners manual how to check automatic transmission fluid it is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level. Our list of 10 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2010 toyota prius.
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There is a small square pan on the bottom of the transmission which should be removed to allow more fluid to drain. However, there are some prius transmission problems that make them. In fact, the best fuel economy we were able to get out. Jun, 2018 this is the highly detailed factory service repair manual for the2010 toyota prius, this service manual has detailed illustrations as well as step by step instructions,it is 100 percents complete and intact. Dec 27, 2009 the contact owns a 2010 toyota prius hybrid. The hybrid shifter can face plenty of problems but weve scoured through the forums to find out the issues exclusive to prius. Prius transmission service schedule toyota prius forum. To see how frequently 2010 toyota prius problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Transmission fluid level check toyota prius 20102015. How to check transmission fluid 2010 prius 2010 toyota prius. At 1st it was just annoying, but recently i was turning a corner at a signal light behind another veh. Problems to look out for when buying a used toyota prius.
The toyota prius has amazing mileage and revised led head and taillights as well as a fresh rear hatch. Its not uncommon for a prius owner to experience intermittent and sometimes total hid headlight failure. Toyota corolla base 5 speed manual transmission 2010 i purchased the car new from a toyota dealership and it immediately had problems with shifting into reverse. Amsoil transmission fluids offer the best protection for your prius. Using a properly formulated transmission fluid for your toyota prius can protect your vehicle from costly problems down the road. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of toyota prius based on all problems reported for the prius.
Im approaching 15,000 miles, and the manual does not show it recommended there or at 30,000 miles which is the norm for many vehicles. An automatic transmission problem may create a wiggling as. Premature transmission failure is not only annoying but also. I can take it on long trips reliably, and it is big enough to carry my surfboards on a soft rack. Jun 29, 2016 2008 prius transmission fluid change tips. How to check the transmission fluid in a prius it still runs. I have a 2010 prius and they tell i must change my transmission fluid every 30000 miles at the price of 210. If youre having problems with your manual or automatic. How often is it recommended to have the transmission serviced on a prius. Amsoil transmission fluids offer the best protection for your prius, even in the most severe driving conditions. The epa rates the 20042009 prius at 48 mpg city, 45 mpg highway and 46 mpg combined.
There is a small square pan on the bottom of the transmission which. Power is sent to the front wheels through a continuously variable transmission cvt. View and download toyota prius owners manual online. Answered by a verified toyota mechanic we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Manual transmissions last forever, and being a driver of manuals since the tender age of 16, i have never had a single one malfunction. Transmission problems you cant ignore norm reeves toyota san. After a series of problems with the prius engine, toyota informed sam. No accessories, audio or navigation manuals were found for your 2010 prius. Our technicians recommend changing the transmission fluid every 30k miles in order to help prolong transmission life. Search over 15,100 listings to find the best local deals. The estimates by the epa go up to 52 mpg city miles and 48 mpg highway miles. Which toyota models are available with a manual transmission. Detecting 7 common manual transmission problems car from japan.
Educate yourself on toyota prius transmission problems and. Many prius owners have experienced a sudden drop in engine power while on the road. Clearly the automatic transmission has many advantages over the manual thus the reason why the manual is quickly becoming a thing of the past. Used toyota camry with manual transmission for sale cargurus.
The hybrid transmission may fail prematurely on toyota prius. Toyota prius problems and common complaints toyota parts. This is attributed to throttle body failure, and replacing it usually fixes the problem. Detailed features and specs for the used 2010 toyota prius iv including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. To see how frequently 2011 toyota prius problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. From the 2nd day that i had the car, with 54 miles on the odometer, the whole car would shake and shudder as i put the gear into reverse. Toyota prius automatic transmission 2010, eco plus automatic transmission fluid, 1 quart by eneos.
With that being said, a majority of vehicles have deleted the manual transmission from the spec sheet, leaving few options for drivers who desire that level of control and performance. As a owner of a 2004 toyota matrix, with a failed manual transmission at 62,000 miles, i was disgusted and disappointed with the response i received from toyota when i reported my problem. Jul 25, 2011 i have a 2010 prius and they tell i must change my transmission fluid every 30000 miles at the price of 210. Genuine 2010 toyota prius transmission and driveline parts have been engineered to meet toyotas safety, reliability, and functionality standards. The venerable toyota prius hybrid is generally accepted as the car which. Vehicle is a 2010 toyota tacoma dbl cab, the transmission searches for the right gear to accelerate in once the speed gets 15mph or lower and you press the gas peddle. The problem is some drivers dont realize they need to hold the button. I havent tried to adjust it, but that is an annoyance. To see how frequently toyota yaris problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Check your drivers manual for instructions on how to turn off your car in an emergency. The 2010onwards prius has been the most mainstream and the most. Goodnight having a problem with my prius on cold start on mornings i get loud rattling and as i put it in a gear the noise is gone it only.
Toyota genuine parts are built to the highest standards of quality, durability and performance. It has great mileage with it delivering 46 mpg on a full 200 mile fuel economy. No warranty information was found for your 2010 prius. The contact stated that while driving 10 mph, the vehicle stalled and a hybrid system failure message came on the instrument panel. The 2010 toyota prius has 17 nhtsa complaints for the power train. A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to come up with a concrete diagnosis but stated that the failure might had been caused by a one volt over charge on. Shifting a prius into neutral is not easy the mercury. Its because the wiring is set up to overheat the bulbs and burn them out. The prius transmission problems that have been mentioned frequently are. Thats how things work when your transmission is healthy, but if youre noticing that the gears are slipping when accelerating, theres a serious problem that needs to be. Used 2010 toyota prius for sale in portland, or edmunds.
The car is unique in the sense that you can drive it on electric power when running out of gasoline. After passing through the pay line, i headed down the exit ramp toward the street. Used 2010 toyota prius for sale with photos cargurus. Toyota prius gears slipping when accelerating inspection. The vehicle refused to accelerate as i pushed on the. Get detailed information on the 2010 toyota prius including specifications and data that includes dimensions, engine specs, warranty, standard features, options, and more.
See 2010 2015 toyota prius common problems throttle body failure. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Toyota prius 07 p lock transmission 07 prius quick fix. View and download toyota 2010 prius owners manual online. The transmission fluid is responsible for lubricating the gears and components within the transmission so that it does not seize up or become damaged. The automatic transmission fluid in the toyota prius is an important aspect in keeping the vehicles transmission running smoothly. Gears slipping when accelerating inspection service when you press the gas pedal and the transmission is in drive, you expect your vehicle to accelerate smoothly. Toyota prius owners have reported 8 problems related to transmission not go into gear under the power train category. For manual transmissions, a bad transmission may be a grinding noise or feeling when shifting. The toyota prius us a parallel hybrid car it runs on a gasoline engine along with having an electric motor. The worst complaints are engine, lights, and body paint problems. The 2010 toyota prius has a fourcylinder engine and two electric motors. Discussion in gen 3 prius main forum started by jvtdc, aug 1, 2017. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
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