Belts and Fluids

On a 2005 Toyota Echo with a manual transmission, the filler plug is located on the side of the transmission case. You can typically find it a few inches above the bottom of the transmission, often towards the rear. To access it, you may need to lift the vehicle for better visibility. Always ensure the vehicle is securely supported before attempting to check or change the fluid.

Unused antifreeze can have a long shelf life, typically ranging from 5 to 10 years if stored properly in a cool, dry place and kept sealed. However, over time, it may degrade or separate, especially if exposed to extreme temperatures or sunlight. Always check the label for an expiration date and inspect the liquid for any changes in color or consistency before use. If in doubt, it's best to dispose of old antifreeze and purchase new.

No. You should never add any fluid to your Jeep unless you check the manufacturer specs. The power steering fluid for you 05 Jeep GC is a specialized synthetic fluid that is made for your vehicle. If you try to use any other types you will likely damage your steering system and destroy all the seals. This includes the rack and pinion and pump, so its a major flub up if you try to cut corners. The fluid is a dealer item at $15.00 a quart.

I speak from experience, years ago I mistakenly added a little standard PS fluid to my wifes PT cruiser, two days later the rack and pinion/pump all failed, very expensive mistake!

No, if anything it would get cooler from having too much. -You have a different problem, possibly a coolant leak.

ASE is the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. An ASE certified Mechanic has been instructed and tested on how to perform maintenance on a vehicle. There are different areas of specialization for ASE certifications for different systems on a car. ASE certified mechanics aren't necessarily better mechanics but they take the job seriously to get certified and if you have a choice you should choose a mechanic with an ASE Certification. The person asked what is an ase MASTER mechanic? This specifically means the mechanic has passed all or nearly all certifications (tests) available in a test series (ie: auto, med truck, collision, etc ...) and the mechanic must also document at least two years of hands-on work experience. For example in the auto series there are 8 tests (A1 through A8) required before you are considered a master mechanic.

vehicle will overheat. just dump the oil and antifreeze , flush engine and refill with clean oil

You oil will look like coffee with a slight bit of cream. You will also see a grey substance on the underside of the oil fill cap. You will also see white smoke from the exhaust. And most likely your engine will overheat and you will have no apparent leak but will be loosing coolant.

It does NOT boil faster than water. It has higher boiling point AND lower freezing point. - Antifreeze boils at about 197 c.

Check if the belt if worn. If the belt is worn, check to see why that happened and fix the problem. If the belt is not worn, the squealing is due to some unwanted substance that came on the belt such as dirt, antirust, or oil. In this case, I also recommend that you replace the belt regardless if the squealing has disappeared because there is a chance that the belt may slip.

Depends where you buy it, but around $14-15 this year.

If it's been in a sealed container, it's still good.

Usually less than $20, and takes about 1/2 hour to do.

Well it could be a number of things. If the car will not start or even turn over it may have seized the engine or spun a connecting rod bearing which is a major problem. If it does start up again and the loud noise continues, sounding like a knock u should not try to drive it to the shop. Shut it off and call a towing company. If it starts back up and doesn't make any noise it may be fine. Just keep an ear out for pinging and knocking sounds.

Open the hood and look at the engine front drivers side locate the pump turn the cap remove ti look inside the cap it is a dipstick .

normally if a car is leaking water it is because of the air conditioning in the car being cold so the car will sometimes leak if the ac is running long enough and cold enough.

DOT4 or DOT5

Use a 14mm wrench to unscrew the bolt at the bottom of the oil pan.

A complete brake system flush costs about $110 Cdn. so you certainly shouldn't pay more than that for bleeding them.

Mostly ethylene or propylene glycol.

press info botton until you come upon "oil life" then press and hold the reset button for about 5 seconds

I have a 2008 G5 and reset the oil life message this way.

First look in your manual - it will tell you how to reset the message, otherwise do it this way.

1) Turn on your ignition key - do not start engine.

2) Go to engine oil life message.

3) Press and hold reset button, then press menu change button. Release both buttons.

4) A message will be displayed "Reset oil message".

5) Press the reset button. A message "acknowledge" is shown.

6) Press the reset button again. Oil life will be 100%.