CONSTRUCTION
The lubrication method used for this transaxle employs an oil sling type lubrication method via the final drive gear and oil catch tanks. This construction minimizes the necessary drive torque of the oil pump, reducing the drive loss.
The oil catch tanks temporarily store the fluid that is slung up, and supply oil to the different parts of the gear train. Oil holes are provided in the oil catch tanks in order to efficiently supply oil to the generator (MG1) and motor (MG2).
| *1 | Oil Catch Tank | *2 | Final Gear |
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ATF Flow | |
Final Gear Rotation Direction |
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ATF | |
Rectifying Plate |