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2000 Toyota ECHO CD will not allow a disc to be inserted. Paper was inside by mistake but removed. Reject does not help.

cuda7 — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 19:00:30 GMT

2000 Toyota ECHO CD problem. I accidentally placed a paper garage parking ticket into the single disc factory original CD player disc slot. The player turned on and ate the paper ticket. Pushing reject did nothing. I was able to remove the paper ticket with tweezers. The CD player will not allow another disc to be inserted. Pushing reject does nothing. It seems that the player thinks there is still a cd inside preventing an other to be inserted.

2001 Echo .. recently the dashboard and overhead lights are strobing during acceleration . Possible causes are ?

waltm5 — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:10:41 GMT

The alternator and battery have checked out fine . I had the alternator bench tested and tested in the car with a Vac 40 . The battery is brand new .
Funny thing is the other morning the cars battery light came on and the car eventually died . I recharged the battery and drove the car home . Now the battery light has not come on and the car runs fine except for the strobing of the interior lights . I was told by a mechanic that my battery was going bad so I replaced it today but the strobing ie dimming and brightening continues .

2005 echo 5speed . stitcky clutch ?

suniukai — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 17:15:40 GMT

after i put her in gear and give throttle she revvs up but takes afew seconds to speed up . is it a sticky clutch cable?

I own a 2001 Toyota Echo. I just noticed that my oil level get low about 2000 miles after each oil change.

juntuners — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 17:55:43 GMT

I just notice it like a month ago. Also I can't seem to notice any oil dripping under my car. I been using Royal Purple 5w 30 & K&N oil filter for almost 2 years now. The total miles for my car is like 130,000. Any reason why this is happening? Thanks.

How to remove the inside door cover of a Toyota Echo 2002?

jcdiaz — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 14:46:22 GMT

The lock still woking, door do not open, need to remove cover to work with mechanism

I live in Canada and need tires for my Toyota Echo. Would going to a 15 inch tire be a problem?

susan46 — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 14:56:59 GMT

The cost is double to purchase 14in tires. What would be the difference if
i changed to 15in. Would the vehicle still handle as well?

My Toyota Echo automatic seems to drag like it isn't going into the right gear.

susan46 — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 15:01:15 GMT

My car doesn't seem to shift properly. Others with echo's are also noticing the same thing. We all have automatics. What is causing this and
what can i do? I'm worried it will damage the transmission.

How to remove 2001 Toyota Echo rear shocks?

OwenCountian — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 15:56:39 GMT

How do I remove shocks on a 2001 Toyota Echo, specially the top shock nut ?

how do change the belts on a toyota echo.i'm lost on these side engines.

outler — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 12:26:36 GMT

two belts in a tight space.

How can I fix the gas gage light on my 2004 Toyota Echo? The backlight does not come on.

cmac4 — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 13:20:46 GMT

2004 Toyota Echo instrumentation panel lights. Gas gage light quit working. Is this fuse problem or a light bulb problem? How can it be fixed?

How do you install an aftermarket air intake system to a 2001 Toyota Echo dealing with the air sensor plug?

juntuners — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 07:00:17 GMT

Thanks.

How do you clean the inside face of the Toyota Echo headlights?

gianted — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:08:45 GMT

It's a 2000 model and I can't seem to get into to clean the glass. It looks filthy! Thanks

Where could I buy an aftermarket air intake or struts bars for a 2001 Ttoyota Echo?

juntuners — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 02:56:19 GMT

I'm looking for a performance air intake & struts bars for the Toyota Echo.
I tried contacting Weapon R for details but no responce in my mailbox about it.

How do you remove the blower motor housing on a 2001 Toyota ECHO?

bassinman — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 19:58:40 GMT

I tried to remove the housing to replace the blower motor but i could not get it to budge.

How do I change the ignition switch on a 2000 Toyota ECHO?

fcollura — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 17:25:27 GMT

My key broke in the ignition switch of my 2000 echo .How do I change the switch?

I have a 2005 Toyota Echo and need winter tires. Can I change the size from the previous all season tires?

susan46 — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 17:46:52 GMT

The cost of the winter tires are double the price unless i go to a 15inch tire. Is that possible?

Should a rear right wheel bearing replacement cost over $500 for a Toyota Echo hatchback with ABS? Seems kind of high?

lmac8 — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 17:50:26 GMT

I recently brought my 2004 Echo hatchback in for an inspection and was told that I need to replace the rear right wheel bearing. Apparently my car also has ABS on the back. My estimate for the work was over $500.00. Can this be done for any cheaper? If so, any recommendations for where to get the parts in Canada (Nova Scotia to be exact).

Thanks

Why would my 02 Toyota Echo's MPG suddenly decline to 32? I have new platinum plugs and drive freeway. What should I check next?

rockman3 — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 02:42:07 GMT

2002 Echo
AT
4 dr

I have a 2000 Toyota Echo. The clutch doesn't disengage enough to put it in a gear.

larrybdl — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 14:23:20 GMT

i can shut off the engine and put it in first, then use the clutch to get back to neutral. the slave cylinder seems to move. could it be i need to adjust the throw in the clutch pedal to the master cylinder? cause when it is in gear i can hold the clutch in and it will release enough to stop the car from trying to move forward.

my car is a 2001 toyota echo, do I need to change the timing belt and how long does the transmision usually last?

ktobin — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 17:03:30 GMT

my car is a 2001 Echo I have over a hundred thousand miles on it, do I need to change the timing belt? Also how long does the transmision usually last? Like hundred thousand five hundred miles?

Why is the AC squealing and then killing my 2001 Toyota Echo?

ncb679 — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 15:42:10 GMT

I can drive my Echo without the AC on and everything is fine. When I turn on the AC, there is a squealing noise and the engine locks up and the car shuts off. I can't seem to find any imformation on this. My AC was running fine until this happened one morning.

I hear squealing in my '02 Toyota Echo. Sounds like a timing belt, but Echo's don't have those. What could it be?

dkeeton — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 17:05:28 GMT

The squealing isn't very loud, nor does it occur every time the car is on. I first noticed it on a more humid morning when the car was covered in condensation. I haven't been running the AC - weather's been nice. My husband said the sound reminded him of when he had to change his timing belt in his old car. Echos have timing chains which should last the life of the car (ours is at ~73,300 mi). No problems with the car other than squeaky breaks - I'll be getting all that replaced over the next few paychecks. Any ideas on this mysterious squeal?

Several different options finding a decent used car.

windgrace — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 20:22:53 GMT

Okay. I seem to be in quite a rut finding a decent used car! Bleh!

Anyways, there is a nearby VW dealership selling a 9 VW Passat TDI manual with a clean history (1 owner no accidents) and 40k miles manual for like $7000. I've been reading and this particular model seems to get good reviews with excellent mpg. I know VWs are either love 'em or hate 'em...I love the way they look but have never owned one!

There's also a 95 Geo Metro with 61k miles, auto, ac for $2500, but the Carfax says it's had like 5 owners...is the car a piece of junk or could it possibly be worth it?

There's also an 02 Echo manual with 110k mi for $4800. Piece of junk?

How about a 2004 Pontiac Vibe AWD automatic with 80k mi for $9500? My mother's trust level for Pontiacs is very low but this year/model has gotten excellent reviews.

There's also a guy selling his 2005 Scion xA with clean history for like $8000. Good car or not?

2002 manual Toyota Echo clutch and scheduled maintenance, oil, filter, etc.

dkf2 — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:35:32 GMT

Purchased 4/07 76,000 miles now at 113,000.No records from previous owner. Clutch slipping.

1) Is a clutch oil change indicated.
2) clutch oil Filter needed?
3) Is this done in the standard oil change shop?
4) How often, mileage interval should clutch oil be changed? Any advice appreciated.