Hybrid Transaxle Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Prius. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Drain Transaxle Oil
Remove Hybrid Transaxle With Engine See Figure.
Separate Hybrid Transaxle And Engine
1. Remove the 8 bolts.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Transaxle To Engine Mounting Bolts
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  
  Torque: 33 N.m (332 kgf.cm, 24 ft.lbf) .
2. Separate the hybrid transaxle and the engine.