2015 TOYOTA AYGO Owners Manual (in English)

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XHM01 engine
Engine coolant reservoir
( →P. 301)
Engine oil filler cap
( →P. 299)
Fuse box ( →P. 322)
Battery ( →P. 303)
Radiator ( →P. 303)
Electric cooling fan
Condenser ( →P. 303)
Engine oil level dipstick
( →P. 298)
Washer fluid tank ( →P. 307)
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With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Engine oil
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X1KR engineXHM01 engine
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Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check the
oil level.
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near the low level mark, add engine oil of
the same type as that already in the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed
before adding oil.
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X1KR engineXHM01 engine
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X1KR engineXHM01 engine

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Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
■ Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following
situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
● When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or
after replacing the engine
● If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
● When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing, or
when driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
● When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
Engine oil selection →P. 408
Items Clean funnel
WARNING
■ Used engine oil
● Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
● Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional, service station or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
● Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
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The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL”, “F” or
“MAX” and “LOW” or “MIN” lines on the reservoir when the engine is
cold.
X1KR engine (type A)
Reservoir cap
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“FULL” line.
X1KR engine (type B)
Reservoir cap
“F” line
“LOW” line
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“F” line.
NOTICE
■ To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
● Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
Engine coolant
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XHM01 engine
Reservoir cap
“MAX” line
“MIN” line
If the level is on or below the “MIN”
line, add coolant up to the “MAX”
line.
■ Coolant selection
X1KR engine
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non- nitrite, and non-borate coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50%
deionized water. (Minimum temperature: -35 °C [-31°F])
XHM01 engine
Only use “Toyota Genuine Premium Long Life Coolant 2WZ-TV” or a similar
high quality ethylene glycol based non-s ilicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
“Toyota Genuine Premium Long Life Coolant 2WZ-TV” is a mixture of 50%
coolant and 50% deionized water. (Minimum temperature: -38 °C [-36°F])
For more details about coolant, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■ If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir cap, drain cock
and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional, test the cap and check for
leaks in the cooling system.
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WARNING
■ When the engine is hot
Do not remove the radiator cap (1KR engine) and the engine coolant reser-
voir cap (HM01 engine).
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the
cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.

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Check the radiator and condenser and clear away any foreign objects.
If either of the above parts is extremely dirty or you are not sure of
their condition, have your vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
Check the battery as follows:
■Caution symbols
The meanings of each caution symbol on the top of the battery are
as follows:
NOTICE
■ When adding coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor stra ight antifreeze. The correct mixture of
water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
■ If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging parts or paint.
Radiator and condenser
WARNING
■ When the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and cause seri-
ous injuries, such as burns.
Battery
No smoking, no naked
flames, no sparksBattery acid
Shield eyesNote operating
instructions
Keep away from
childrenExplosive gas

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■Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.
Te r m i n a l s
Hold-down clamp
■Checking battery fluid (if equipped)
Check the battery condition by indicator color.
Green: Good condition
Dark: Charging is necessary.
Have the vehicle inspected
by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped
professional.
White: Not working properly.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
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