To unlock: Turn the key backward. need additional keys, duplicates can be 5−door models—All the side doors and made by a Toyota dealer using the key back door lock and unlock simultaneously number. with either front door. In the driver’s door...
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04 04.06 SY12009 SY12011 SZ12028 LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH REAR DOOR CHILD−PROTECTORS INSIDE LOCK BUTTON POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (5−door models only) (5−door models only) Move the lock button. Move the lock lever to the “LOCK” Push the switch. position as shown on the label.
04 04.06 Back door CAUTION Before driving, be sure that the doors closed locked, especially when small children are in the ve- SY12017 SU12071 hicle. Along with the proper use of seat belts, locking the doors helps prevent the driver and passengers from being thrown out from the ve- hicle during an accident.
04 04.06 Hood SU12066c SU12067a SU12068 To open the hood: 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the 3. Hold the hood open by inserting the auxiliary catch lever and lift support rod into the slot. 1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The hood.
04 04.06 Fuel tank cap CAUTION After inserting the support rod into the slot, make sure the rod supports the hood security from falling down SF12004 SU12069a on to your head or body. NOTICE Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood.
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Make sure the cap is tightened securely. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2005 ECHO HATCHBACK from Jul. ’04Prod. (OM52624U)
04 05.28 Front seats— Seats —Front seat precautions While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- Driver seat Slightly recline the back of hicle occupants should have the seatback seat. Although vehicle designs vary, upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- CAUTION many drivers can achieve the 250 erly wear the seat belts provided.
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04 05.28 —Seat adjustment precautions Front passenger seat CAUTION While adjusting the seat, do not put your hands under the seat or near CAUTION Do not adjust the seat while the the moving parts. Otherwise, your vehicle is moving as the seat may hands or fingers may be caught and The SRS front passenger airbag also unexpectedly move and cause the...
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04 05.28 —Tilting driver’s seatback for rear seat entry (3−door models) —Adjusting front seats 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER Hold the center of the lever and pull it up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever.
04 05.28 —Moving passenger’s seat for rear seat entry (3−door models) Fold−down rear seat CAUTION After putting back the seat, pushing the seat forward and rear- ward to make sure it is secured in SU13117 SU13248a place. Never allow anyone to rest their foot on the release pedal while the vehicle is moving.
04 05.28 Head restraints CAUTION When returning the seatback to the upright position, observe the follow- ing precautions in order to prevent SU13210c SY13011 personal injury in a collision or sud- den stop: Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing forward and rear- ward on the top of the seatback.
04 05.28 Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions For your safety and comfort, adjust the Toyota strongly urges that the driver and Do not allow any children to stand up or head restraint before driving. passengers in the vehicle be properly re- kneel on either rear or front seats.
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04 05.28 —Fastening front and rear seat belts CAUTION Be careful not to damage the belt webbing or hardware. Take care that Persons should ride in their seats they do not get caught or pinched properly wearing their seat belts in the seat or doors.
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If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed, because it cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.
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04 05.28 CAUTION Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The belt should be SZ13014 SY13017 kept away from your neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause serious injures in a collision.
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Toyota dealer free of extender. charge. Do not use the seat belt extender Please contact your local Toyota dealer so SU13015a when installing child restraint that the dealer can order the proper re- system on the front or rear passen- quired length for the extender.
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The driver and front passenger seat The seat belt pretensioner system con- Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat belt pretensioners are designed to be sists mainly of the following components until the seat belt is fixed, because...
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Attachment of a grille guard (bull result in death or serious injury. Con- airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen- bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, sult your Toyota dealer about any re- sors, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, winches or any other equipment to pair and modification.
The seat belt pretensioner assembly or surrounding area has been damaged. In the following cases, contact your Toyota The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- dealer as soon as possible: tem) airbags are designed to provide...
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Toyota killed or seriously injured by the strongly recommends that all in- inflating airbags if they do not wear fants and children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle and proper- the available seat belts properly.
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04 05.28 The SRS airbags are designed to deploy in severe (usually frontal) collisions where the magnitude and duration of the forward deceleration of the vehicle Hitting a curb, Falling into or exceeds the designed threshold level. edge of pavement jumping over a Collision from the rear or hard surface...
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04 05.28 The front airbag sensors constantly moni- Deployment of the airbags happens in a tor the forward deceleration of the vehicle. fraction of a second, so the airbags must If an impact results in a forward decelera- inflate with considerable force. While the tion beyond the designed threshold level, system is designed to reduce serious inju- the system triggers the airbag inflators.
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All vehicle occupants be properly Do not sit on the edge of the seat Toyota strongly recommends that all restrained using the available seat or lean against the dashboard when infants and children be placed in belts.
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Failure to follow these instructions your body on or in front of the can result in death or serious injury. dashboard or steering wheel pad Consult your Toyota dealer about any that houses the airbag system. They repair and modification. might...
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69 in Section 1−6.) If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2005 ECHO HATCHBACK from Jul. ’04Prod. (OM52624U)
04 05.28 Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of ap- NOTICE propriate child restraint systems for children. Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Toyota dealer. The laws of all 50 states in the U.S.A.
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04 05.28 —Child restraint system A child restraint system for a small Toyota strongly urges use of Do not use the seat belt extender child or baby must itself be properly proper child restraint system which when installing child restraint...
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04 05.28 —Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types depending on the child’s age and size. (A) Infant seat (B) Convertible seat SU13214d SU13218b (C) Booster seat Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufac- turer.
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04 05.28 —Installation with 3−point type seat belt SU13223c SU13120 SU13224d (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION Do not put a child restraint system An infant seat must be used in rear− on the rear seat if it interferes with facing position only. Never put a rear−facing child re- the lock mechanism of the front straint system on the front passen-...
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1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- or around the infant seat following the in the lock mode. When the belt is ately.
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04 05.28 SU13236a SU13237a SU13231a 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly 4. To remove the infant seat, press the CAUTION against the seat cushion and seatback, buckle release button and allow the let the shoulder belt retract as far as belt to retract completely.
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04 05.28 SU13225e SU12121 SX13010 Move seat fully back (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION A forward−facing child restraint sys- A convertible seat must be used in for- should allowed ward−facing or rear−facing position de- Never put a rear−facing child re- installed on front passenger pending on the age and size of the...
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1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- Do not put a child restraint system or around the convertible seat following ately. Do not install the child re-...
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04 05.28 SU13220b SU13221b SU13222b 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing convertible seat CAUTION in the lock mode. When the belt is firmly against the seat cushion and then retracted even slightly, it cannot seatback, let the shoulder belt retract Push and pull the child restraint sys- be extended.
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04 05.28 SU13232a SU13227e SU13052 Move seat fully back 4. To remove the convertible seat, press (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION the buckle release button and allow the A booster seat must be used in for- belt to retract completely. The belt will ward−facing position only.
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Always make sure the shoulder belt child from death or serious injury. is positioned across the center of Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- child’s shoulder. The belt should be ately. Do not install the child re- SU13233c kept away from child’s neck, but...
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04 05.28 —Using a top strap Symbol Anchor brackets SU13232 SU13242a SU13246a 2. To remove the child restraint system, Follow the procedure below for a child Use the anchor bracket behind the rear press the buckle release button and restraint system that use of a top strap seat to attach the top strap.
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04 05.28 SU13245 SU13247a SU13243a TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: 2. Open the anchor bracket cover with 3. Securely fasten the child restraint the symbol mark shown in the il- system with the seat belt. 1. Remove the head restraint. lustration.
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04 05.28 —Installation with child restraint lower anchorages CAUTION Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and check that the child restraint system is secure by push- SU13244a SU13228c ing and pulling it in different direc- tions. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.
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04 05.28 The symbol on a child restraint system For installation details, refer to the instruc- indicates the presence of a lower connec- tion manual equipped with each product. tor system. CAUTION CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM INSTALLATION When using the lower anchorages Type A—...
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04 04.06 SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt steering wheel ......... . . Outside rear view mirrors .
04 04.06 Tilt steering wheel Outside rear view mirrors— CAUTION Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishan- SU13058 SU13111a dle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.
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04 04.06 —Rear view mirror remote control —Folding rear view mirrors CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve- SY13077a SY13078 hicle and an accident may occur re- sulting in death or serious injuries.
04 04.06 Anti−glare inside rear view mirror NOTICE CAUTION Do not push backward more than the Do not adjust the mirror while the click. It may damage the mirror or vehicle is moving. Doing so may vehicle. cause the driver to mishandle the ve- SU13241 hicle and an accident may occur re- sulting in personal death or serious...
04 04.06 Vanity mirrors SU13061 To use the vanity mirrors, swing down the sun visor and open the cover. 2005 ECHO HATCHBACK from Jul. ’04Prod. (OM52624U)
04 05.18 Headlights and turn signals NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running. SU14021 SU14020 Daytime running light system The headlights turn on at reduced intensi- ty when the parking brake is released with the engine started, even with the light switch in the “OFF”...
04 05.18 Emergency flashers NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running. SU14022 SU14014 TURN SIGNALS To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch. To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn signal lever up or down to position All the turn signal lights will flash.
04 05.18 Instrument panel light control Interior light Personal lights SU14018 SU14007 SZ14010 To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the interior light, slide the To turn on the personal light, push the ment panel lights, turn the knob. switch.
04 05.18 Windshield wipers and washer Luggage compartment light To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever toward you. The low washer fluid warning light in the instrument cluster comes on when the fluid level in the tank becomes nearly empty. For instructions on adding washer SU14019a SH14008 fluid, see “Adding washer fluid”...
04 05.18 Rear window wiper and washer Rear window defogger NOTICE Do not operate the rear wiper if the rear window is dry. It may scratch the glass. SZ14013 SU14013 To turn on the rear window wiper, twist To defog or defrost the rear window, the lever knob upward.
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04 05.18 Make sure you turn the defogger off when the window is clear. Leaving the defogger on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stop−and− go driving. The defogger is not designed for drying rain water or for melting snow. NOTICE z To prevent the battery from being discharged,...
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04 05.18 SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ..........Engine coolant temperature indicator and warning light .
If the indicator lamp does ing light (red) will come on when the igni- 1/4 full. not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as tion key is turned to the “ON” position. soon as possible. After a few seconds, the light will go off.
04 05.18 Tachometer Odometer and two trip meters If the high engine coolant temperature warning light (red) flashes, your engine is too hot. If your vehicle overheats, stop your vehicle and allow the engine to cool. Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions, such as: SH15003b SH15006...
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04 05.18 3. Trip meter reset button—It can reset the two trip meters to zero, and also change the meter display. To change the meter display, quickly push and release the button. The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B, then back to the odometer each time you push.
04 05.18 Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. If parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. Fasten driver’s seat belt. (Indicator and buzzer) Fasten front passenger’s seat belt.
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04 05.18 If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. Close all side doors and back door. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately. Add washer fluid. Stop and check. (in red) Key reminder Remove key.
Turn off the air conditioning, not fastened. Unless the driver fastens the blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to belt, the light continues flashing and the the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop. buzzer stops after about 4 to 8 seconds. (c) Front Passenger’s...
Call a but the brake system still operates con- matic transmission electrical system or Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for ventionally. warning light system itself. assistance. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle.
(l) High Engine Coolant Temperature the warning light system. Contact your sors, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, Warning Light Toyota dealer as soon as possible to inflators, warning light, interconnecting wir- service the vehicle. The light operates to warn that the engine ing and power sources.
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The SRS warning light goes off after about 6 seconds. If any service reminder indicator or warn- ing buzzer does not function as described above, have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2005 ECHO HATCHBACK from Jul. ’04Prod. (OM52624U)
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04 05.18 SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock ....... Automatic transmission .
04 05.18 Ignition switch with steering lock “LOCK”—Engine is off and the steering wheel is locked. The key can be re- moved only at this position. You must push in the key to turn the key from “ACC” to the “LOCK” position. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, SY16001 the selector lever must be put in the “P”...
04 05.18 Automatic transmission Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can Lock release button only shift out of “P” position when the To prevent misshifting Selector lever brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in “ON”...
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04 05.18 (c) Normal driving 3. Release the parking brake and brake pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal 1. Start the engine as instructed in “How slowly for smooth starting. to start the engine” in Section 3. The transmission must be in “P” or “N”. (d) Using engine braking 2.
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04 05.18 (g) Parking NOTICE CAUTION 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. z Be careful not to overrev the en- 2. Pull the parking brake lever up fully to Be careful when downshifting on a gine. The approximate maximum al- securely apply the parking brake.
04 05.18 Manual transmission Low altitude CAUTION —1219 m (4000 ft.) or lower gear km/h (mph) Always keep your foot on the brake 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 24 (15) pedal while stopped with the engine 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 40 (25) running.
04 05.18 Parking brake Downshift to the appropriate gear if accel- Good driving practice eration is needed when you are cruising If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put below the above downshifting speeds. the transmission in neutral, release the Upshifting too soon or downshifting too clutch pedal momentarily, and then try late will cause lugging, and possibly ping-...
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04 05.18 CAUTION Before driving, be sure the parking brake is fully released and the park- ing brake reminder light is off. 2005 ECHO HATCHBACK from Jul. ’04Prod. (OM52624U)
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04 05.18 SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Controls ........... . Air flow selector settings .
04 05.18 Controls 1. “A/C” Button (on some models) 2. Air intake selector 3. Air flow selector 4. Fan speed selector 5. Temperature selector SU18011a 2005 ECHO HATCHBACK from Jul. ’04Prod. (OM52624U)
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04 05.18 Fan speed selector 5. Windshield—Air flows mainly from the windshield vents. Turn the knob to adjust the fan speed—to the right to increase, to the left to de- Use with the air intake selector posi- crease. tioned in FRESH. For details about air flow selector settings, Temperature selector see “Air flow selector settings”...
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04 05.18 “A/C” button To turn on the air conditioning, press the “A/C” button. The “A/C” button indicator will come on. To turn the air conditioning off, press the button again. SZ18009a Air intake selector Move the lever to select the air source. 1.
04 05.18 Air flow selector settings Operating tips To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.
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04 05.18 When driving on dusty roads, close all Heating Air conditioning windows. If dust thrown up by the ve- For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: hicle is still drawn into the vehicle after closing the windows, it is recommended Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF”...
04 05.18 Instrument panel vents Defogging Defrosting —Center vents —Side vents The inside of the windshield The outside of the windshield Close Close For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF”...
“ACC” position to use the light- case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep glove door Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed closed while driving. Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement. 2005 ECHO HATCHBACK from Jul. ’04Prod. (OM52624U)
04 04.06 Auxiliary boxes NOTICE Instrument panel: During hot weather, the interior of the vehicle becomes very hot. Do not leave anything flam- mable or deformable such as a light- SU19005 SU19004a er, glasses, etc. inside. Instrument panel Passenger’s seat To use the box, pull on the handle.
04 04.06 Cup holders Grocery bag hook SZ19005 SU19014a SU19017a Type A Type C This hook is designed to hang thing like grocery bag. The cup holder is designed for holding To use the hook, pull it down. cups drink−cans securely holes.
04 04.06 Luggage cover Floor mat SU19013 SX19001 SP19003 When you open the back door, the lug- Use a floor mat of the correct size. CAUTION gage cover tilts up for easy access to If the floor carpet and floor mat have two the luggage area.
To help prevent gas station mix−ups, your to the future economy and long life of steady speed on level roads, consult your Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening. your vehicle: Toyota dealer. The special nozzle on pumps with un-...
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Toyota, be sure that it has an octane try changing gasoline brands. If this does The WWFC consists of three categories rating no lower than 87.
04 05.18 Operation in foreign countries Three−way catalytic converter If you plan to drive your Toyota in CAUTION another country... First, comply with the vehicle registration Keep people and combustible mate- laws. rials away from the exhaust pipe Second, confirm the availability of the cor- while the engine is running.
Remember, your Toyota time to time. If you hit something, cause the engine to misfire, creat- dealer knows your vehicle and its or notice a change in the sound of ing an excessive load on the three−...
04 05.18 Facts about engine oil consumption FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL Oil is also used to lubricate the stems Keep the back door closed while of the intake valves. Some of this oil Engine oil has the primary functions of driving.
Therefore, it pedal pressure. There is enough reserved is essential that the oil level be checked vacuum for one or two stops but no more! regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil level be checked every time you refuel the vehicle. NOTICE...
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04 05.18 When the anti−lock brake system is ac- Effective way to press the ABS brake CAUTION tivated, the following conditions may pedal: occur. They do not indicate a malfunc- When the anti−lock brake system func- Do not pump the brake pedal if the tion of the system: tion is in action, you may feel the brake engine stalls.
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04 05.18 CAUTION Anti−lock brake system is not de- signed to shorten the stopping dis- overestimate anti−lock tance: Always drive at a moderate brake system: Although the anti−lock speed and maintain a safe distance brake system assists in providing ve- from the vehicle in front of you.
This is the primary identification number checked and replaced by your Toyota for your Toyota. It is used in registering dealer as soon as possible. Expensive ro- the ownership of your vehicle. tor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when necessary.
04 05.18 —Engine number Suspension and chassis CAUTION Do not modify the suspension/chassis with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc. It can cause dangerous vehicle handling SU21006a SU21007a characteristics, resulting in loss of control. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is The engine number is stamped on the also on the Certification Label.
04 05.18 Tire information— —Tire symbols (Standard tire) This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. Tire size—For details, see “Tire size” on page 112. 2. DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)—For details, see “DOT and Tire Identification Num- ber (TIN)” on page 111. 3.
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04 05.18 6. “TUBELESS” “TUBE TYPE”—A tubeless tire does not have a tube inside the tire and air is directly filled in the tire. A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube maintains the air pressure.
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04 05.18 —Tire symbols (Compact spare tire) This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. “TEMPORARY USE ONLY”—A compact spare tire is identified by the phrase “TEMPORARY USE ONLY” molded into its sidewall. This tire is designed for temporary emergency use only. For details, see “Compact spare tire”...
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04 05.18 —DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) 6. Maximum cold tire inflation The “DOT” symbol certifies that the pressure—This means the pres- tire conforms to applicable Federal sure to which a tire may be in- Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. flated.
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150 would wear conditions on specified government purchasers of Toyota vehicles with in- one and a half (1−1/2) times as well test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. formation on uniform tire quality grad-...
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04 05.18 Temperature A, B, C—The tempera- ture grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis- tance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
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04 05.18 —Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Meaning tire inflation pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours Cold tire inflation pressure or more, or it has not been driven more than 1.5 km or 1 mile under that condition the maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated and it is Maximum inflation pressure...
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04 05.18 Tire related term Meaning the combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing over 2.3 kg (5 lb.) in excess of those standard items which they replace, not pre- Production options weight viously considered in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim Vehicle capacity weight the rated cargo and luggage load plus 68 kg (150 lb.) times the vehicle’s desig-...
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04 05.18 Tire related term Meaning the load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant weight Vehicle normal load on the tire (distributed in accordance with Table 1 that follows) and dividing by two Weather side the surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire 2005 ECHO HATCHBACK from Jul.
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04 05.18 Table 1–Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities Designated seating capacity, Vehicle normal load, Occupant distribution in a normally Number of occupants Number of occupants loaded vehicle 2 through 4 2 in front 5 through 10 2 in front, 1 in second seat 2005 ECHO HATCHBACK from Jul.
04 05.18 Vehicle load limits Vehicle load limits include total load Towing capacity: CAUTION capacity, seating capacity, towing ca- 318 kg (700 lb.) pacity and cargo capacity. Follow the Towing capacity means the maximum Do not apply the load more than load limits shown below.
04 05.18 Cargo and luggage— —Stowage precautions When stowing cargo and luggage in NOTICE D Never allow anyone to ride in the vehicle, observe the following: the luggage compartment. It is Do not load the vehicle beyond D Put cargo and luggage in the lug- not designed for passengers.
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04 05.18 —Capacity and distribution Cargo capacity depends on the to- 4. The resulting figure equals the tal weight of the occupants. available amount of cargo and lug- gage load capacity. For example, (Cargo capacity) = (Total load capac- if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 ity) –...
04 05.18 Types of tires 114 kg – 100 kg = 14 kg. Determine what kind of tires your CAUTION (251 lb. – 221 lb. = 30 lb.) vehicle is originally equipped with. As shown in the above example, if the 1.
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04 05.18 All season tires, however, do not have adequate traction performance compared with snow tires in heavy or loose snow. Also, all season tires fall short in acceleration and handling performance compared with summer tires in highway driving. The details about how to distinguish summer tires from all season tires are described on page 108.
04 04.06 How to start the engine— (a) Before cranking Before starting the engine (b) Starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. Before starting the engine, be sure to fore entering it. follow instructions “(a)
Other- work safely, pull to the side of the road wise, the impact could cause severe and call a Toyota dealer for assistance. damage to the tires and/or wheels. When parking on a hill, turn the front...
If you are not sure about Do not drive in excess of the speed brid organic acid technology. (Coolant with which oil to use, call your Toyota deal- limit. Even if the legal speed limit long−life hybrid organic acid technology is er—they will be pleased to help.
04 04.06 Dinghy towing Dinghy towing (with automatic transmission) (with manual transmission) Do not use your parking brake when there is a possibility it could freeze. When parking, put the transmission into “P” (automatic) or into first or reverse (manual) and block the rear wheels. Do not use the parking brake, or snow or SU31006a SU31007a...
Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or NOTICE malfunction caused by towing a trailer for commercial purposes.
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04 04.06 WEIGHT LIMITS Trailer hitch assemblies have differ- Before towing, make sure the total trailer ent weight capacities established by weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle the hitch manufacturer. Even though weight and trailer tongue load are all with- the vehicle may be physically capa- in the limits.
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04 04.06 HITCHES The load on either the front or rear Use only a hitch (Toyota genuine hitch Total trailer weight Tongue load axle resulting from distribution of or equivalent) which is recommended the gross vehicle weight on both by the hitch manufacturer and conforms axles must not exceed the Gross to the total trailer weight requirement.
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BREAK−IN SCHEDULE loaded so that it can not shift. trailer wandering over into another Toyota recommends that you do not Check that your rear view mirrors con- lane. tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a...
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04 04.06 TRAILER TOWING TIPS Because stopping distance may be in- Crosswinds and rough roads will ad- creased, vehicle−to−vehicle distance versely affect handling of your vehicle When towing a trailer, your vehicle will should be increased when towing a and trailer, causing sway. Pay attention handle differently than when not tow- trailer.
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04 04.06 Because of the added load of the trail- When restarting out after parking on a CAUTION er, your vehicle’s engine may overheat slope: on hot days temperatures over 1. With the transmission in “P” position Do not exceed 72 km/h (45 mph) or 30°C [85°F]) when going up a long or (automatic) or the clutch pedal de- posted...
04 04.06 How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too Improving fuel economy is easy–just take Avoid long engine idling. If you have Maintain a moderate speed on high- it easy. It will help make your vehicle last a long wait and you are not in traffic, ways.
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04 04.06 Keep your vehicle tuned−up and in shape. dirty cleaner, improper valve clearance, dirty plugs, dirty grease,brakes adjusted, etc. lower engine performance and contribute to poor fuel economy. For longer life of all parts and lower operating costs, keep all maintenance work on schedule, and if often drive...
If the engine still will not start, it needs goes when starter adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer cranked, the battery is discharged. You or qualified repair shop for assistance. may try jump starting. See “(c) Jump starting” for further instructions.
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04 05.18 (c) Jump starting To avoid serious personal injury and JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE The gas normally produced by a damage to your vehicle which might re- 1. If the booster battery is installed in battery will explode if a flame or sult from battery explosion, acid burns, another vehicle, make sure the vehicles spark is brought near.
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04 05.18 Jumper cable Negative terminal (“–” mark) Discharged battery SY41001 SY41002 SF41001 Positive terminal Positive (“+” mark) terminal Jumper cable Discharged (“ ” mark) Booster battery Booster battery battery Connecting point 4. Make the cable connections in the or- c.
(for example, lights left on), will not work so steering and braking Wait until the steam subsides before you should have it checked at your Toyota will be much harder than usual. opening the hood. If there is no coolant dealer.
You should have it checked as a highway. Park on a level spot soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. CAUTION with firm ground. 2. Stop the engine and turn on your When the engine is running, keep emergency flashers.
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04 05.18 D Do not put any part of your D Use the jack only for lifting body under the vehicle sup- your vehicle during wheel ported by the jack. Personal in- changing. jury may occur. D Do not raise the vehicle with D Do not start or run the engine someone in the vehicle.
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04 05.18 The compact spare tire saves space NOTICE CAUTION in your luggage compartment, and its lighter weight helps to improve fuel Your ground clearance is re- D The compact spare tire was de- economy and permits easier installa- duced when the compact spare signed especially for your To- tion in case of a flat tire.
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04 05.18 —Required tools and spare tire SU41111b SU41114b SU41121a 1. Get the required tools and Tool tray Glove box spare tire. 1. Jack handle Tie−down belt 1. Tool tray 2. Wheel nut wrench To prepare yourself for an emergency, 2.
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04 05.18 SM41002 SU41112b SU41115b To remove the jack, move the driver To remove the spare tire: seat to the front−most position and re- 1. Remove the spacer. move the cover. 2. Remove the spare tire cover. To remove: Turn the joint in direction 3.
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04 05.18 —Blocking the wheel —Loosening wheel nuts When storing the spare tire, put it in place with the outer side of the wheel facing up. Then secure the tire by re- peating the above removal steps in reverse order to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden SY41007 SY41012...
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04 05.18 —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. The nuts may loos- en and the wheels may fall off, SU41125 SU41126 which could cause a serious ac- cident. 4. Position the jack at the correct 5.
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04 05.18 —Changing wheels CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. SY41016 SY41015 6. Remove the wheel nuts and Before putting on wheels, remove any change tires. corrosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such.
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04 05.18 —Reinstalling wheel nuts —Lowering your vehicle CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. Doing so may lead to overtightening the nuts and SU41131a SU41127 damaging the bolts. The nuts may loosen and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a seri- ous accident.
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04 05.18 —Stowing flat tire 9. Restow all the tools and jack se- CAUTION curely. Then secure the flat tire and the spare tire cover with the D When lowering the vehicle, tire tie−down belts and the ISO- make sure all portions of your FIX bar in the luggage compart- body and all other persons ment as follows.
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04 05.18 SU41116c SU41117a SU41118b Put the belt on the ISOFIX bar. Place a flat tire against the seatback Put the spare tire cover against the with the tire in an upright position. flat tire, and then pass the rest of the belt hooks thorough the hole in the Pass one of the belt hooks through cover.
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04 05.18 —After changing wheels 10.Check the air pressure of the re- placed tire. Adjust the air pressure to the specifi- cation designated on page 217 in Section 8. If the pressure is lower, SU41119d SU41120a drive slowly to the nearest service station and fill to the correct pressure.
04 05.18 If your vehicle needs to be If your vehicle becomes stuck towed— If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, NOTICE (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it —From front If you rock your vehicle, observe the forward and backward.
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If towing is necessary, we recommend (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck Automatic transmission: you to have it done by your Toyota From front—Release the parking brake. Use a towing dolly under the front dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- wheels.
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04 05.18 —Emergency towing If towing is necessary, we recommend (c) Towing with sliding type you to have it done by your Toyota truck dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- vice. If a towing service is not available in...
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04 05.18 —Installing front towing eyelet A driver must be in the vehicle to steer NOTICE it and operate the brakes. z Use only a cable or chain specifi- Towing in this manner may be done only cally intended for use in towing ve- on hard−surfaced roads for a short dis- hicles.
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04 05.18 SH41013a SU41124 SZ41022 2. Remove the front towing eyelet cover 3. Secure the front towing eyelet to the 4. Tighten the front towing eyelet securely on the front bumper, using a flat− hole on the bumper by turning clock- by a wheel nut wrench.
If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever If you lose your keys You can purchase a new key at your Toyota dealer if you can give them the key number. See the suggestion given in “Keys” in Section 1−2.
CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE Protecting your Toyota from corrosion ......Washing and waxing your Toyota .
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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 High temperatures will cause corrosion ensure long−term corrosion prevention.
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04 05.18 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...
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To prevent damage to the antenna, damage. low the manufacturer’s instructions and make sure to remove it before driving precautions. Be sure to polish and wax your Toyota through an automatic car the chrome trim as well as the paint. 3. Rinse thoroughly—dried soap wash.
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04 05.18 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. Do not wash the vehicle floor with and water. Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to remove water, or allow water to get onto the First vacuum over the upholstery to re-...
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04 05.18 Windows Leather Interior NOTICE The leather upholstery may be cleaned The windows may be cleaned with any z Do not use organic substances (sol- with neutral detergent for wool. household window cleaner. vents, kerosene, alcohol, gasoline, Remove dirt using a soft cloth dampened NOTICE etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions.
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Improper cleaning of the leather up- holstery could result in discolor- ation or staining. If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them. 2005 ECHO HATCHBACK from Jul. ’04Prod. (OM52624U)
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”...
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.
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04 05.18 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 and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc.
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- indicate service is needed. Some impor- possible.
Read separate Toyota Warranty statement for details and suggestions. This section gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an SU71009c owner to perform. As explained in Section...
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04 04.06 CAUTION Do not get under your vehicle with Dispose of used oil and filter only just the body jack supporting it. Al- in a safe and acceptable manner. When the engine is running, keep ways use automotive jack stands or Do not dispose of used oil and fil- hands, clothing,...
Do not drive with the air cleaner need to perform do−it−yourself mainte- filter removed, or excessive engine nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- z Remember that battery and ignition wear could result. Also backfiring signed in metric sizes, so your tools must...
04 04.06 Positioning the jack CHECKING BRAKE FLUID ADDING WASHER FLUID Do not jack up Do not jack up Parts (if level is low): Parts: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 Water brake fluid Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) Tools: SH71009...
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04 04.06 CAUTION Do not raise the vehicle with some- one in the vehicle. When jacking, be sure to observe the When raising the vehicle, do not following to reduce the possibility of place any objects on top of or un- personal injury: derneath the jack.
Engine oil selection full If the oil level is below or only slightly “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved above the low level, add engine oil of the same type as already in the engine.
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04 04.06 Recommended viscosity: Oil identification marks SAE 5W−30 Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use. The API Service Symbol is located any- SOIL13 where on the outside of the container. The top portion of the label shows the oil quality by API (American Petroleum Insti- OIL008...
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur- “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mix- If you can find no leak, have your Toyota ther details about “Toyota Genuine Motor ture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized dealer test the cap pressure and check Oil”.
Checking the radiator and condenser Checking brake fluid If any of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condi- tion, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer. CAUTION Z72109 SU72002 To prevent burning yourself, be care- ful not to touch the radiator or con- denser when the engine is hot.
04 04.06 Checking power steering fluid Remove and replace the reservoir cap by Check the fluid level through the reser- hand. Fill the brake fluid to the dotted voir. If necessary, add automatic trans- line. This brings the fluid to the correct mission fluid DEXRONrII or III.
04 04.06 Checking tire inflation pressure f. After replacing the reservoir cap and rubber cap, visually check the steering If cold add box case, vane pump and hose con- If cold O.K. nections for leaks or damage. CAUTION SU72010 The reservoir tank may be hot so be careful not to burn yourself.
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04 04.06 Keep your tire inflation pressures D Always use a tire pressure Tire pressure gauge at the proper level. gauge. The appearance of a tire can be misleading. Besides, tire The recommended cold tire inflation inflation pressures that are even pressures, tire sizes and the com- just a few pounds off can degrade bined weight of occupants and cargo...
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If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by your Toyota deal- 2005 ECHO HATCHBACK from Jul. ’04Prod. (OM52624U)
04 04.06 Checking and replacing tires The tires on your Toyota have built−in If air loss occurs while driving, do not Tread wear indicator tread wear indicators to help you continue driving. Driving even a short know when the tires need replace- distance can damage a tire beyond ment.
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Toyota recommends all four tires, or at least both of the front or rear tires be replaced at a time as a set. See “If you have a flat tire” in Section 4 for tire change procedure.
Do not install studded tires without first checking local regulations for To equalize the wear and help ex- possible restrictions. tend tire life, Toyota recommends that you rotate your tires accord- CAUTION ing to the maintenance schedule. (For scheduled maintenance infor-...
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04 04.06 SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION TIRE CHAIN SELECTION CAUTION Snow tires should be installed on all Use the tire chains of correct size and wheels. type. Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or Installing snow tires on the front wheels Use SAE Class “S”...
When balancing your wheels, use only tires, too. Do not use wheels other than the Toyota balance weights or equivalent Correct replacement wheels are available and a plastic or rubber hammer. manufacturer’s recommended size, as at your Toyota dealer.
04 04.06 Checking battery condition— —Precautions —Checking battery exterior CAUTION If electrolyte gets on your skin, Hold−down clamp thoroughly wash the contact area. If BATTERY PRECAUTIONS you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately. The battery produces flammable and explosive hydrogen gas.
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04 04.06 —Checking battery condition Charging necessary. Have battery DARK WHITE NOTICE Type A checked by your Toyota dealer. Clear or z Be sure the engine and all accesso- Dark Green light yellow ries are off before performing main- CLEAR tenance.
04 04.06 Battery recharging precautions Checking and replacing fuses During recharging, the battery is pro- ducing hydrogen gas. Type A Therefore, before recharging: 1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect SU73062 the ground cable. 2.
Side turn signal ∗ Toyota dealer. Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas lights inside and require special handling. Rear turn signal They burst shatter PY21W lights scratched or dropped. Hold a bulb only by its plastic or metal case.
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04 04.06 —Headlights ∗ : Side turn signal lights should be re- placed as an assembly. A: HB2 halogen bulbs B: Single end bulbs (amber) C: Wedge base bulbs D: Wedge base bulbs (amber) SH73015 SH73016 E: Double end bulbs 1.
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Make sure the rubber cover fits securely on the connector and the headlight body. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- SH73050 SU73064a essary, contact your Toyota dealer. 2005 ECHO HATCHBACK from Jul. ’04Prod. (OM52624U)
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04 04.06 —Front turn signal lights SU73059b SU73060a SH73022d Right side SU73065a SH73023c Left side 2005 ECHO HATCHBACK from Jul. ’04Prod. (OM52624U)
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04 04.06 —Stop/tail and rear side marker, rear turn signal, back−up lights —Side turn signal lights Front of vehicle SU73061 SH73026 SH73028 a: Rear turn signal light b: Stop/tail and rear side marker lights c: Back−up lights SH73027 SH73029 2005 ECHO HATCHBACK from Jul. ’04Prod. (OM52624U)
ILSAC multigrade engine oil Manual transmission 4.4 (4.7, 3.9) Exhaust 0.25—0.35 (0.010—0.014) Automatic transmission 4.3 (4.5, 3.8) Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur- ther details. Spark plug type: Coolant type: DENSO K16R−U Recommended oil viscosity: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is...
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Pedal free play, mm (in.): MANUAL TRANSAXLE changing the automatic transmission fluid, 1—6 (0.04—0.24) use only “Toyota Genuine ATF Type T−IV” Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): (ATF JWS3309 or NWS6500) to aid in Pad wear limit, mm (in.): 1.9 (2.0, 1.7) assuring optimum transaxle performance.
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When it comes to service, remember that your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle very well and is interested in your complete satisfaction. Your Toyota dealer will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require. If there is not a Toyota dealer near you, or you need emergency assistance for any reason, please call the following number: CANADIAN OWNERS: Toyota Canada Customer Interaction Centre Toll−free:1−888−TOYOTA−8 (1−888−869−6828)
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04 05.19 U −6 Quick index D If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on ..D If your vehicle will not start ........D If your engine stalls while driving .
04 05.18 Important information about this manual Safety and vehicle damage warnings Safety symbol Throughout this manual, you will see safety and vehicle damage warnings. You must follow these warnings carefully to avoid possible injury or damage. The types of warnings, what they look like, and how they are used in this manual are explained as follows.
None of these systems, either indi- Toyota encourages you and your family to take the time vidually or together, can ensure that there is no injury to read Section 1−3 of this Owner’s Manual carefully.
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In order to be effective, the SRS airbags must deploy with tremendous speed. The rapid deployment of the SRS airbags makes the SRS airbags themselves poten- Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota tial sources of serious injury if an occupant is too close limited warranties:...
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04 04.06 Your responsibility for Important health and safety maintenance information about your Toyota It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that the CAUTION specified maintenance is performed. Section 6 gives de- tails of these maintenance requirements. Also included WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constitu- in Section 6 is general maintenance.
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Toyota Toyota A wide variety of non−genuine spare parts and accessories The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all re- quirements of the Canadian Interference−Causing Equip- for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market. You ment Standard.
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SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by the quali- fied service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your vehicle. 2005 ECHO HATCHBACK from Jul. ’04Prod. (OM52624U)
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The Toyota authorized Repair Manual is packed with literally everything you need to know to perform your own maintenance in virtually every area of your new vehicle.
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Toyota dealer. Areas covered include such things as spark plug re- Pub. Name: 2005 ECHO Repair Manual placement, valve clearance adjustment and engine oil Pub.
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04 04.06 WE REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU PLEASE BUCKLE UP Toyota has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts. Toyota belts are: Comfortable Easy to use Convenient We encourage you to use your belts every time you drive.