check transmission fluid TOYOTA ECHO 2001 Warranties & Maintenance Guides (in English)

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOGS19 Towing a Trailer or Using a Camper
or Car-Top Carrier
•Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
•Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body
•Replace differential oil
•Replace transmission fluid or oil
•Replace transfer oil *
•Lubricate propeller shaft and re- torque bolt*
For Sequoia Only
Replace the rear differential oil every 5,000 miles on vehicles
used for extended- duration trailer- towing operation.
Off-Road Maintenance
If you own a Land Cruiser or a four- wheel drive RAV4,
Sequoia, Tacoma, Tundra or 4Runner, you should check the
following items daily whenever you drive off- road through
deep sand, mud or water:
•Brake lines and hoses
•Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
•Differential oil
•Drive shaft bearings (Land Cruiser)
•Engine air filter
•Steering linkage and boots
•Transfer oil
•Transmission fluid or oil
•Wheel bearings (Land Cruiser)
For all four- wheel drive vehicles except RAV4, you should
also lubricate the propeller shafts daily.
Determining Your Vehicle’s Maintenance Needs

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOGS20
The following descriptions are provided to give you a better
understanding of the maintenance items that should be per-
formed on your vehicle. The scheduled maintenance log
indicates at which mileage/time intervals each item should be
performed. Please note that many maintenance items should be
performed only by a qualified technician.
For further information on maintenance items you can per-
form yourself, see the “Vehicle Maintenance and Care” and
“Do- It-Yourself Maintenance” sections of your
Owner’s Manual.
Air Conditioning Filter
Replace at specified intervals.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
or Manual Transmission Oil
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections,
check each component for signs of leakage. If you discover any
leakage, have it repaired by a qualified technician immediately.
Ball Joints and Dust Covers
Check the suspension and steering linkage ball joints for loose-
ness and damage. Check all dust covers for deterioration and
damage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified
technician should perform these inspections.
Brake Lines and Hoses
Visually inspect for proper installation. Check for chafing,
cracks, deterioration and evidence of leaking. Replace any deteri-
orated or damaged parts immediately. A qualified technician
should perform these operations.
Explanation of Maintenance Items