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#10 of 17 2002 Echo: How to change post Catalytic Oxygen Sensor (O2 Sensor) by tdutzi

Nov 10, 2008 (6:21 am)

How to change O2 sensor in Toyota echo
This is my first attempt at posting a DIY. Hope it is helpful.
This DIY will provide step by step instructions to change the Oxygen Sensor located in Bank1 Sensor 2. This oxygen sensor is located behind the catalytic converter. The reason I had to change the oxygen sensor is because my check engine light was triggered. I used an OBDII scanner to scan for error codes. The code I had was PO141 which shows that the sensor is faulty. The shop manual I have for the echo states that the resistance of the Oxygen Sensor should be tested with an Ohmeter to confirm that the sensor is indeed bad. If out of tolerance the sensor can be replaced. I ordered my sensor directly from Toyota. It ran $167 after taxes. Note: There is a number stamped onto the oxygen sensor that you will need when ordering. Below are the steps I followed to test and remove the oxygen sensor.
 
* Before starting this project please make sure you have the following tools:
- Jack
- Jack Stands
- Flat Head Screw Driver
- 7/8" Open end wrench
- 10mm socket & wrench
- 14mm socket & wrench
- masking or electrical tape
- ohmmeter
- OBDII scan tool
  

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#11 of 17 Re: 2002 Echo: How to change post Catalytic Oxygen Sensor (O2 Sensor) [tdut by pat

Nov 10, 2008 (1:03 pm)

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#13 of 17 Re: 2002 Echo: How to change post Catalytic Oxygen Sensor (O2 Sensor) [tdut [pat] by tdutzi

Mar 03, 2009 (10:57 am)

Replying to: pat (Nov 10, 2008 1:03 pm)

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#14 of 17 Re: 2002 Echo: How to change post Catalytic Oxygen Sensor (O2 Sensor) [tdut by pat

Mar 04, 2009 (3:13 pm)

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#15 of 17 Re: 2002 Echo: How to change post Catalytic Oxygen Sensor (O2 Sensor) [tdut by pat

Mar 05, 2009 (8:08 am)

Replying to: tdutzi (Mar 03, 2009 10:57 am)

Okay, here we go - this link should work after a CarSpace admin edited your guide title slightly: How to Change an O2 Sensor in an Echo.
 
It seems it is best to avoid using parentheses in html in general and especially in CarSpace guide titles.

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#16 of 17 Toyota Echo Oil Change DIY by tdutzi

Jul 26, 2011 (2:38 pm)

I was bored and figured I would post a DIY for changing your Echo’s oil.
 
*Before starting please make sure you have the following tools:
--- a 14 mm socket wrench
--- an oil filter wrench (65/67mm – 14 Flutes)
--- ramps
--- wheel chocks
--- pan to catch waste oil
--- container to place used motor oil in
--- a new oil filter
--- new oil
--- some rags and news papers.
--- a measuring cup
 
  

 
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1. Drive up on ramps – this allows easy access to oil drain plug. Carefully drive up the ramps. After driving up ramps set e brake and rear wheel chocks to keep vehicle from rolling backwards..
 
  
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--- Pic of front of car while up on ramps
 
  
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--- Pic of rear of car showing rear wheel chock while up on ramps.
 
  
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--- Underside of car. Note where the oil plug is, facing the front passenger side wheel.
 
2. Place newspapers and drain pan under car. – This helps to prevent any spills on concrete.
 
  
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--- Underside of car with newspaper and oil drain pan.
 
3. Use 14mm wrench or socket wrench to remove drain plug and drain oil. – Be careful not to let drain plug fall into whatever container it is you are using to catch the oil. It will be messy to fish it out. Place plug where it can’t be lost.
 
  
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--- Oil draining into drain pan.
 
4. Remove oil filter. – While oil is draining remove the old oil filter. Use oil filter wrench (65/67mm – 14 Flutes). As you unscrew the oil filter oil will start to leak out. Maneuver you oil drain pan so that it catches the leaking oil.
 
  
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--- Pic of Oil Filter
 
  
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--- Pic of Oil Filter Wrench
 
  
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--- Pic of oil filter wrench on oil filter. This oil filter accepts a 3/8” socket wrench.
 
  
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--- Pic of oil filter removed from engine and draining in drain pan.
 
  
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--- Oil filter mount point.
 
5. Install new oil filter. – Fill oil filter with clean oil. Put clean oil on oil filters rubber seal. Screw oil filter onto mount point.
 
  
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--- Pic of new oil filter.
 
  
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--- Oil filter pre filled with oil before being installed.
 
    Screw oil filter on by hand. Do not over tighten or the gasket may fail. Additionally it will be hard to remove the
    filter at your next oil change.
 
6. Install oil drain plug with new crush washer and fill engine with new oil.
 
  
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--- Drain plug with new crush washer. Crush washer was purchased from Toyota Parts Dept. It was relatively
     inexpensive. Install onto oil pan by tightening with 14mm wrench or socket wrench. If you have a torque wrench
     the drain plug should be tightened to 28 ft lbf.
 
  
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--- Drain plug installed
 
  
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--- Pour new oil into fill hole. The shop manual states that the oil capacity with a filter change is 3.7 liters or
     3.9 US qts. The capacity for a dry fill is 4.1 liters or 4.3 US qts. I usually fill it with 3.9 quarts then run the engine a
     little and add oil as necessary after checking the dip stick.
 
This concludes my DIY for an Echo Oil Change! Hope it was informative. Note that the Oil Grade recommended in the shop manual is SH or SJ 5W-30 for temperature highs below 50 degrees Fahrenheit or 10W-30 for temperature highs higher than 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Interestingly the user manual that came with the car specifies 5W-30 for 29 degrees Fahrenheit to 100 degrees Fahrenheit. I have always used 5W-30 conventional oil and have never had a problem (so far I have 136,000 miles on my 2002 Echo). I live in NJ USA where temperatures will get well into the 90s during the summer and into the 20s during the winter. I have always used Walmart brand oil and filters with no ill effects as of yet. Just recently (around 125,000 miles) I started using Walmart brand synthetic oil due to the cars high mileage. The used oil I discard at the local recycling center. You can also bring used oil to Advanced Auto Parts and most other Auto Parts stores.
 
Below are the pages of the shop manual pertaining to an oil change. If you have any questions or comments let me know. If you want to see any of the pics utilized in this DIY in greater detail click on the following link: http://good-times.webshots.com/album/564770621TAcJLf?vhost=good-times
 
  
  
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--- Shop Manual Page --- You DO NOT have to worry about checking the oil pressure. Skip this step.
 
  
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--- Shop Manual Page ---
 
  
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--- Summary layout of the engine compartment for reference.
 
  
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--- Note how the recommended viscosity differs from the user manual to the shop manual.
 
You can also go to www.yarisfans.com for more Toyota Echo & Yaris DIYs.

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#17 of 17 Re: 2002 Echo: How to change post Catalytic Oxygen Sensor (O2 Sensor) [tdut [pat] by steevman

Sep 02, 2011 (7:47 am)

Replying to: pat (Mar 05, 2009 8:08 am)