Toyota Echo (2005 year). Manual — part 15
Protecting your Toyota from
corrosion
Toyota, through its diligent research, de-
D Wetness or dampness to certain parts
D High pressure water or steam is effec-
sign and use of the most advanced
of your vehicle for an extended period
tive for cleaning the vehicle’s underside
technology available, helps prevent corro-
of time, may cause corrosion even
and wheel housings. Pay particular
sion and provides you with the finest qual-
though other parts of the vehicle may
attention to these areas as it is difficult
ity vehicle construction. Now, it is up to
be dry.
to see all the mud and dirt. It will do
you. Proper care of your Toyota can help
more harm than good to simply wet the
D High temperatures will cause corrosion
ensure long−term corrosion prevention.
mud and debris without removing. The
to those components of the vehicle
lower edge of doors, rocker panels and
The most common causes of corrosion
which do not dry quickly due to lack
frame members have drain holes which
to your vehicle are:
of proper ventilation.
should not be allowed to clog with dirt
D The accumulation of road salt, dirt and
The above signifies the necessity to keep
as trapped water in these areas can
moisture in hard−to−reach areas under
your vehicle, particularly the underside, as
cause corrosion.
the vehicle.
clean as possible and to repair any dam-
D Wash the underside of the vehicle thor-
age to paint or protective coatings as
D Chipping of paint, or undercoating
oughly when winter is over.
soon as possible.
caused by minor accidents or by
See “Washing and waxing your Toyota” for
stones and gravel.
To help prevent corrosion on your
more tips.
Toyota, follow these guidelines:
Care is especially important if you live
Check the condition of your vehicle’s
in particular areas or operate your ve-
Wash your vehicle frequently. It is, of
paint and trim. If you find any chips or
hicle under certain environmental condi-
course, necessary to keep your vehicle
scratches in the paint, touch them up im-
tions:
clean by regular washing, but to prevent
mediately to prevent corrosion from start-
corrosion, the following points should be
D Road salt or dust control chemicals will
ing. If the chips or scratches have gone
observed:
accelerate corrosion, as will the pres-
through the bare metal, have a qualified
ence of salt in the air near the sea−
D If you drive on salted roads in the
body shop make the repair.
coast or in areas of industrial pollution.
winter or if you live near the ocean,
you should hose off the undercarriage
D High humidity accelerates corrosion es-
at least once a month to minimize cor-
pecially when temperatures range just
rosion.
above the freezing point.
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Washing and waxing your
Toyota
Check the interior of your vehicle. Wa-
Washing your Toyota
1. Rinse off loose dirt with a hose. Re-
ter and dirt can accumulate under the
move any mud or road salt from the
Keep your vehicle clean by regular
floor mats and could cause corrosion. Oc-
underside of the vehicle or in the
washing.
casionally check under the mats to make
wheel wells.
The following cases may cause weakness
sure the area is dry. Be particularly care-
2. Wash with a mild car−wash soap,
to the paint or corrosion to the body and
ful when transporting chemicals, cleans-
mixed according to the manufacturer’s
parts. Wash your vehicle as soon as pos-
ers, fertilizers, salt, etc.; these should be
instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and
sible.
transported in proper containers. If a spill
keep it wet by dipping it frequently into
or leak should occur, immediately clean
D When driving in a coastal area
the wash water. Do not rub hard—let
and dry the area.
D When driving on a road sprinkled with
the soap and water remove the dirt.
Use mud shields on your wheels. If you
antifreeze
Fuel filler door: Do not apply water (high−
drive on salted or gravel roads, mud
D When exposed to coal tar, tree sap,
pressure car wash, for example) at or
shields help protect your vehicle. Full−size
bird droppings and carcass of an insect
near the fuel tank inlet with the fuel filler
shields, which come as near to the ground
door opened. If the water enters the air
D When driving in areas where there is
as possible, are the best. We recommend
vent, you may experience trouble with re-
a lot of smoke, soot, dust, iron dust or
that the fittings and the area where the
fueling or rough engine idling.
chemical substances
shields are installed be treated to resist
Plastic wheel ornaments: The plastic
corrosion. Your Toyota dealer will be
D When the vehicle becomes remarkably
wheel ornaments are damaged easily by
happy to assist in supplying and installing
dirty with dust and mud
organic substances. If any organic sub-
the shields if they are recommended for
Hand−washing your Toyota
stance splashes an ornament, be sure to
your area.
Work in the shade and wait until the
wash it off with water and check if the
Keep your vehicle in a well ventilated
vehicle body is not hot to the touch.
ornament is damaged.
garage or a roofed place. Do not park
your vehicle in a damp, poorly venti-
CAUTION
CAUTION
lated garage. If you wash your vehicle in
the garage, or if you drive it covered with
When cleaning under floor or chassis,
Do not attach the heavily damaged
water or snow, your garage may be so
be careful not to injure your hands.
plastic wheel ornament. It may fly off
damp as to cause corrosion. Even if your
the wheel and cause accidents while
garage is heated, a wet vehicle can cor-
the vehicle is moving.
rode if the ventilation is poor.
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Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap
Automatic car wash
Waxing your Toyota
or neutral detergent.
Your vehicle may be washed in an auto-
Polishing and waxing is recommended
Plastic bumpers: Wash carefully. Do not
matic car wash, but remember that the
to maintain the original beauty of your
scrub with abrasive cleaners. The bumper
paint can be scratched by some types of
Toyota’s finish.
faces are soft.
brushes, unfiltered washing water, or the
Apply wax once a month or if the vehicle
washing process itself. Scratching reduces
Road tar: Remove with turpentine or
surface does not repel water well.
paint durability and gloss, especially on
cleaners that are marked safe for painted
1. Always wash and dry the vehicle be-
darker colors. The manager of the car
surfaces.
fore you begin waxing, even if you are
wash should be able to advise you wheth-
using a combined cleaner and wax.
NOTICE
er the process is safe for the paint on
your vehicle.
2. Use a good quality polish and wax. If
Do not use organic substances (gaso-
the finish has become extremely weath-
line, kerosene, benzine or strong sol-
NOTICE
ered, use a car−cleaning polish, fol-
vents), which may be toxic or cause
lowed by a separate wax. Carefully fol-
To prevent damage to the antenna,
damage.
low the manufacturer’s instructions and
make sure it is retracted before driv-
precautions. Be sure to polish and wax
ing your Toyota through an automatic
3. Rinse thoroughly—dried soap can
the chrome trim as well as the paint.
car wash.
cause streaking. In hot weather you
3. Wax the vehicle again when water
may need to rinse each section right
does not bead but remains on the sur-
after you wash it.
face in large patches.
4. To prevent water spots, dry the vehicle
NOTICE
using a clean soft cotton towel. Do not
rub or press hard—you might scratch
Always remove the plastic bumpers if
the paint.
your vehicle is re−painted and placed
in a high heat paint waxing booth.
High temperatures could damage the
bumpers.
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Cleaning the interior
Vinyl interior
Carpets
CAUTION
The vinyl upholstery may be easily
Use a good foam−type shampoo to
cleaned with a mild soap or detergent
clean the carpets.
D Vehicles with side airbags:
and water.
Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to remove
Be careful not to splash water or
First vacuum over the upholstery to re-
as much dirt as possible. Several types of
spill liquid on the floor. This may
move loose dirt. Then, using a sponge or
foam cleaners are available; some are in
prevent the side airbags from acti-
soft cloth, apply the soap solution to the
aerosol cans and others are powders or
vating correctly, resulting in serious
vinyl. After allowing it to soak in for a few
liquids which you mix with water to pro-
injury.
minutes to loosen the dirt, remove the dirt
duce a foam. To shampoo the carpets,
D Do not wash the vehicle floor with
and wipe off the soap with a clean damp
use a sponge or brush to apply the foam.
water, or allow water to get onto
cloth. If all the dirt do not come off, re-
Rub in overlapping circles.
the floor when cleaning the vehicle
peat the procedure. Commercial foaming−
Do not apply water—the best results are
interior or exterior. Water may get
type vinyl cleaners are also available
obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as
into audio components or other
which work well. Follow the manufacturer’s
possible. Read the shampoo instructions
electrical components above or un-
instructions.
and follow them closely.
der the floor carpet
(or mat) and
cause a malfunction; and it may
Seat belts
NOTICE
cause body corrosion.
The seat belts may be cleaned with
Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline
mild soap and water or with lukewarm
or window cleaner on the interior.
water.
Use a cloth or sponge. As you are clean-
ing, check the belts for excessive wear,
fraying, or cuts.
NOTICE
z Do not use dye or bleach on the
belts—it may weaken them.
z Do not use the belts until they be-
come dry.
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Windows
NOTICE
The windows may be cleaned with any
household window cleaner.
z Do not use organic substances (sol-
vents, kerosene, alcohol, gasoline,
NOTICE
etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions.
These chemicals can cause discol-
When cleaning the inside of the win-
oring, staining or peeling of the
dows, be careful not to scratch or
surface.
damage the heater wires on the rear
z If you use cleaners or polishing
window.
agents, make sure their ingredients
do not include the substances men-
Air conditioning control panel, audio
tioned above.
panel, instrument panel, console panel,
z If you use a liquid car freshener, do
and switches
not spill the liquid onto the ve-
Use a soft damp cloth for cleaning.
hicle’s interior surfaces. It may con-
Soak a clean soft cloth in water or luke-
tain the ingredients mentioned
warm water then lightly wipe off dirt.
above. Immediately clean any spill
using the method mentioned above.
If you have any questions about the
cleaning of your Toyota, your local
Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer
them.
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SECTION 6
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE
Vehicle maintenance and care
Maintenance requirements
208
General maintenance
209
Does your vehicle need repairing?
211
Emissions inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
212
For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.
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Maintenance requirements
Your Toyota vehicle has been designed for
Scheduled maintenance
Where to go for service?
fewer maintenance requirements with long-
The scheduled maintenance items listed in
Toyota technicians are well−trained spe-
er service intervals to save both your time
the
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
cialists and are kept up to date with the
and money. However, each regular mainte-
“Owner’s Manual Supplement” are those
latest service information through technical
nance, as well as day−to−day care, is
required to be serviced at regular inter-
bulletins, service tips, and in−dealership
more important than ever before to ensure
vals.
training programs. They learn to work on
smooth, trouble−free, safe, and economical
Toyotas before they work on your vehicle,
For details of your maintenance schedule,
drivings.
rather than while they are working on it.
read the
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide”
It is the owner’s responsibility to make
or
“Owner’s Manual Supplement”.
You can be confident that your Toyota
sure the specified maintenance, including
dealer’s service department performs the
It is recommended that any replacement
general maintenance service, is performed.
best job to meet the maintenance require-
parts used for maintenance or for the
Note that both the new vehicle and emis-
ments on your vehicle—reliably and eco-
repair of the emission control system
sion control system warranties specify that
nomically.
be Toyota supplied.
proper maintenance and care must be per-
Your copy of the repair order is proof that
formed. See
“Owner’s Warranty Informa-
The owner may elect to use non−Toyota
all required maintenance has been per-
tion Booklet” or
“Owner’s Manual Supple-
supplied parts for replacement pur-
formed for warranty coverage. If any prob-
ment” for complete warranty information.
poses without invalidating the emission
lems should arise with your vehicle while
control system warranty. However, use
General maintenance
under warranty, your Toyota dealer will
of replacement parts which are not of
General maintenance items are those day−
promptly take care of it. Again, be sure
equivalent quality may impair the effec-
to−day care practices that are important to
to keep a copy of the repair order for any
tiveness of the emission control sys-
your vehicle for proper operation. It is the
service performed on your Toyota.
tems.
owner’s responsibility to insure that the
What about do−it−yourself maintenance?
You may also elect to have
general maintenance items are performed
maintenance, replacement, or repair of
Many of the maintenance items are easy
regularly.
the emission control devices and
to do yourself if you have a little mechani-
These checks or inspections can be done
system performed by any automotive
cal ability and a few basic automotive
either by yourself or a qualified technician,
repair
establishment or individual
tools. Simple instructions for how to per-
or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be
without invalidating this warranty. See
form them are presented in Section 7.
pleased to do them at a nominal cost.
“Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet”
or
“Owner’s Manual Supplement” for
complete warranty information.
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General maintenance
If
you are a skilled do−it−yourself
Listed below are the general maintenance
Engine coolant level
mechanic, the Toyota service manuals are
items that should be performed as fre-
Make sure the coolant level is between
recommended. Please be aware that
quently as specified. In addition to check-
the
“FULL” and “LOW” lines on the see−
do−it−yourself maintenance can affect your
ing the items listed, if you notice any
through reservoir when the engine is cold.
warranty coverage. See “Owner’s Warranty
unusual noise, smell or vibration, you
See Section 7−2 for additional information.
Information Booklet” or
“Owner’s Manual
should investigate the cause or take your
Radiator, condenser, and hoses
Supplement” for the details.
vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali-
Check that the front of the radiator and
fied service shop immediately. It is recom-
condenser are clean and not blocked with
mended that any problem you notice be
leaves, dirt or insects. See Section
7−2
brought to the attention of your dealer or
for additional information.
the qualified service shop for their advice.
Battery electrolyte level
Make sure the electrolyte level of all bat-
CAUTION
tery cells is between upper and lower lev-
el lines on the case. Add only distilled
Make these checks only with ade-
water when replenishing. See Section 7−3
quate ventilation if you run the en-
for additional information.
gine.
Brake fluid level
Make sure the brake fluid level is correct.
IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
See Section 7−2 for additional information.
Items listed below should be checked
Engine oil level
from time to time, e.g. each time when
Check the level on the dipstick with the
refueling.
engine turned off and the vehicle parked
Washer fluid
on a level spot. See Section 7−2 for addi-
Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the
tional information.
tank. See Section
7−3 for additional in-
Power steering fluid level
formation.
Check the level through the reservoir. The
level should be in the
“HOT” or
“COLD”
range depending on the fluid temperature.
See Section 7−2 for additional information.
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Exhaust system
Seats
Parking brake
If you notice any change in the sound of
Check that all front seat controls such as
Check that the lever has the proper travel
the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. op-
and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle
the cause located and corrected immedi-
erate smoothly and that all latches lock
is held securely with only the parking
ately.
(See
“Engine exhaust cautions” in
securely in any position. Check that the
brake applied.
Section 2.)
head restraints move up and down
Automatic transmission
“Park” mecha-
smoothly and that the locks hold securely
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
nism
in any latched position. For folding−down
Check the lock release button of the se-
Items listed below should be checked
rear seatbacks, check that the latches
lector lever for proper and smooth opera-
regularly, e.g. while performing periodic
lock securely.
tion. On a safe incline, check that your
services, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Seat belts
vehicle is held securely with the selector
Lights
Check that the seat belt system such as
lever in
“P” position and all brakes re-
Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail
buckles, retractors and anchors operate
leased.
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
properly and smoothly. Make sure that the
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
are all working. Check headlight aim.
belt webbings are not cut, frayed, worn or
Items listed below should be performed
Service reminder indicators and warning
damaged.
from time to time, unless otherwise
buzzers
Accelerator pedal
specified.
Check that all service reminder indicators
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
and warning buzzers function properly.
Fluid leaks
uneven pedal effort or catching.
Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, wa-
Steering wheel
Clutch pedal
ter or other fluid after the vehicle has
Be alert for changes in steering condition,
Check the pedal for smooth operation.
been parked for a while. If you smell fuel
such as hard steering or strange noise.
Brake pedal
fumes or notice any leak, have the cause
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
found and corrected immediately.
that the pedal has the proper clearance.
Doors and engine hood
Check the brake booster function.
Check that all doors including trunk lid
Brakes
operate smoothly and all latches lock se-
In a safe place, check that the brakes do
curely. Make sure the engine hood sec-
not pull to one side when applied.
ondary latch secures the hood from open-
ing when the primary latch is released.
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Does your vehicle need
repairing?
Tire pressure
Be on the alert for changes in perfor-
If you notice any of these clues, take your
mance, sounds, and visual tip−offs that
vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as
Check the pressure with a gauge ev-
ery two weeks, or at least once a
indicate service is needed. Some impor-
possible. It probably needs adjustment or
tant clues are as follows:
repair.
month. See Section 7−2 for additional
information.
D Engine missing, stumbling, or pinging
CAUTION
Tire surface and wheel nuts
D Appreciable loss of power
Check the tires carefully for cuts,
D Strange engine noises
Do not continue driving with the ve-
damage or excessive wear. See Sec-
hicle unchecked. It could result in se-
D A leak under the vehicle (however, wa-
tion
7−2 for additional information.
ter dripping from the air conditioning
rious vehicle damage and possibly
When checking the tires, make sure
after use is normal.)
personal injury.
no nuts are missing, and check the
D Change in exhaust sound
(This may
nuts for looseness. Tighten them if
indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide
necessary.
leak. Drive with the windows open and
Tire rotation
have the exhaust system checked im-
mediately.)
Rotate the tries according to the
maintenance schedule. (For sched-
D Flat−looking tire; excessive tire squeal
uled maintenance information, please
when cornering; uneven tire wear
refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance
D Vehicle pulls to one side when driving
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
straight on a level road
ment”.)
D Strange noises related to suspension
movement
D Loss of brake effectiveness; spongy
feeling brake or clutch pedal; pedal al-
most touches floor; vehicle pulls to one
side when braking
D Engine coolant temperature continually
higher than normal
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Emissions inspection and
maintenance (I/M) programs
Some states have vehicle emission in-
The malfunction indicator lamp will go off
spection programs which include OBD
after taking several driving trips, but the
(On−Board Diagnostics) checks.
error code in the OBD system will not be
cleared unless about 40 trips or more are
The OBD system monitors the operation
taken.
of the emission control system. When the
OBD system determines that a problem
If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test
exists somewhere in the emission control
even the malfunction indicator lamp does
system, the malfunction indicator lamp
not come on, contact your Toyota dealer
comes on. In this case, your vehicle may
to prepare the vehicle for re−testing.
not pass the I/M test and need to be
repaired. Contact your Toyota dealer to
service the vehicle.
Even if the malfunction indicator lamp
does not come on, your vehicle may not
pass the I/M test as readiness codes
have not been set in the OBD system.
Readiness codes are automatically set
during ordinary driving. However, when the
battery is disconnected or run down, the
codes are erased. Also, depending on
your driving habits, the codes may not be
completely set.
Also, if the malfunction indicator lamp had
come on recently due to temporary mal-
function such as a loose fuel tank cap,
your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.
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SECTION 7− 1
DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
Introduction
Engine compartment overview
214
Fuse locations
215
Do−it−yourself service precautions
215
Parts and tools
217
Positioning the jack
218
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Engine compartment overview
1. Windshield washer fluid tank
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Power steering fluid reservoir
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Battery
6. Fuse blocks
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Radiator
9. Condenser
10. Electric cooling fan
11. Engine oil level dipstick
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Do−it−yourself service
Fuse locations
precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself,
Spare fuses
be sure to follow the correct procedure
given in this Section.
You should be aware that improper or in-
complete servicing may result in operating
problems.
Performing do−it−yourself maintenance
during the warranty period may affect your
warranty coverage. Read the separate
Toyota Warranty statement for details and
suggestions.
This Section gives instructions only for
those items that are relatively easy for an
owner to perform. As explained in Section
6, there are still a number of items that
must be done by a qualified technician
with special tools.
For information on tools and parts for do−
it−yourself maintenance, see
“Parts and
tools”.
Utmost care should be taken when work-
ing on your vehicle to prevent accidental
injury. Here are a few precautions that
you should be especially careful to ob-
serve:
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CAUTION
D Do not get under your vehicle with
D Dispose of used oil and filter only
just the body jack supporting it. Al-
in a safe and acceptable manner.
D When the engine is running, keep
ways use automotive jack stands or
Do not dispose of used oil and fil-
hands, clothing, and tools away
other solid supports.
ter in household trash, in sewers or
from the moving fan and engine
onto the ground. Call your dealer or
D Be sure that the ignition is off if
drive
belts.
(Removing rings,
a service station for information
you work near the electric cooling
watches, and ties is advisable.)
concerning recycling or disposal.
fans or radiator grille. With the
D Right after driving, the engine
ignition on, the electric cooling fans
D Take care when filling the brake and
compartment—the engine, radiator,
will automatically start to run if the
clutch fluid reservoirs because
exhaust manifold and spark plug
engine coolant temperature is high
brake fluid can harm your eyes and
boots, etc.—will be hot. So be care-
and/or the air conditioning is on.
damage painted surfaces. If fluid
ful not to touch them. Oil, fluids
gets in your eyes, flush your eyes
D Use eye protection whenever you
and spark plugs may also be hot.
with clean water immediately. If you
work on or under your vehicle
still feel uncomfortable with your
D If the engine is hot, do not remove
where you may be exposed to flying
eyes, go to the doctor.
the radiator cap or loosen the drain
or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
plugs to prevent burning yourself.
D Used engine oil contains potentially
D Do not leave anything that may
harmful contaminants which may
burn easily, such as paper or rags,
cause skin disorders such as in-
in the engine compartment.
flammation or skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged
D Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-
and repeated contact with it. To re-
low open flames around fuel or the
move used engine oil from your
battery. Their fumes are flammable.
skin, wash thoroughly with soap
D Be extremely cautious when work-
and water.
ing on the battery. It contains poi-
D Do not leave used oil within the
sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.
reach of children.
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