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CVT? need fluid change?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by camry25, Aug 26, 2012.

  1. camry25

    camry25 Junior Member

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    Does CVT use WS transmission fluid? If so, how often does it need changed?
     
    #1 camry25, Aug 26, 2012
  2. gliderman

    gliderman Active Member

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    Yes it uses WS. Numerous and lenghty debats about this, do a search and you will find lots of info.
     
    #2 gliderman, Aug 26, 2012
  3. camry25

    camry25 Junior Member

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    does it need differential fluid?
     
    #3 camry25, Aug 28, 2012
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    transaxle = transmission + differential

    One box, same fluid.
     
    #4 Former Member 68813, Aug 28, 2012
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