Uploaded January 2020 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Though we typically post videos about performance mods on our cars, we thought this would be a helpful video for those who have experienced the dreaded head gasket failure in their Prius V. Ali's parents asked us to swap a newer motor into their Prius and, not only is it possible, it was a relatively easy swap and they have reported significantly improved mileage even compared to before the head gasket failed!
Resources:
Engine Removal Steps - priuschat.com/threads/2012-engine-removal.195668
2010 Prius Repair Manual PDF - documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:5f57f10d-c9d8-49e5-9799-519d588e106e:3
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** We are not certified mechanics. All projects show in our videos are done at our own risk and we do not recommend repeating them without consulting a professional. We are not responsible should anything happen to you or your vehicle if you choose to repeat anything seen in our videos.**
Though we typically post videos about performance mods on our cars, we thought this would be a helpful video for those who have experienced the dreaded head gasket failure in their Prius V. Ali's parents asked us to swap a newer motor into their Prius and, not only is it possible, it was a relatively easy swap and they have reported significantly improved mileage even compared to before the head gasket failed!
Resources:
Engine Removal Steps - priuschat.com/threads/2012-engine-removal.195668
2010 Prius Repair Manual PDF - documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:5f57f10d-c9d8-49e5-9799-519d588e106e:3
instagram.com/JDModsgarage
SUBSCRIBE for awesome weekly car videos! Anything from how-to videos to racing to vlogs!
** We are not certified mechanics. All projects show in our videos are done at our own risk and we do not recommend repeating them without consulting a professional. We are not responsible should anything happen to you or your vehicle if you choose to repeat anything seen in our videos.**
