If your Toyota Aygo’s battery light is on, it is trying to warn you that there is an issue with the charging system. The charging system itself is relatively simple. The battery light comes on because the voltage level at the battery is too low. Quick Facts Common Causes Faulty Battery, Bad Alternator, Battery Cables, … Read more
One of the most common problems that can happen with a vehicle over time is it’ll begin leaking power steering fluid. Without the power steering system, your Aygo would be very difficult to drive. Most of the weight of the vehicle is absorbed by the power steering system, making it feel much lighter than it really … Read more
A burning smell is one of the most troublesome problems you can experience in a vehicle. If your Toyota Aygo has a burning smell, there are many potential causes. Typically, the smell is caused by some type of fluid (oil, trans fluid, etc…) hitting the exhaust or other hot parts of the engine or … Read more
The engine burning oil is one of the most common problems that a vehicle can encounter, particularly one with high mileage. If your Toyota Aygo is burning oil it is typically caused by piston rings or valve guides. How Much Oil Consumption is Normal? Most auto manufacturers are hesitant to tell you … Read more
P0463 is a moderately common OBDII trouble code that can occur in your Toyota Aygo. It indicates that the vehicles computer has detected an inaccurate fuel level reading. It shouldn’t affect the drivability of your Aygo, but it can be inconvenient. Your Aygo will get the P0463 code when the signal coming from the … Read more
One of the more jarring vehicle problems that you can experience is a backfire. It sounds like a shotgun blast and can scare you if you’re not prepared for it. If your Toyota Aygo is backfiring, common causes include improper engine timing, bad spark plugs, engine running rich, and plug wires (if so equipped). … Read more
If you’ve recently checked your Toyota Aygo’s coolant, and it looks almost like it has butter in it, then you probably have oil in it. Oil in your coolant is most often caused by a blown head gasket. It can also be caused by a cracked head or even a bad radiator (well sorta, you’d … Read more
One of the worst problems that can happen to your Toyota Aygo is overheating. Common symptoms of overheating include smoke coming from under the hood, a pegged temperature gauge, and (eventually) a blown head gasket. If your Aygo is overheating, stop driving it immediately to avoid damaging the engine. Ignoring an overheating engine can lead … Read more
Your Toyota Aygo’s windows protect you from the elements, and they protect the interior from damage. If your window won’t go up, there are a few common issues that can cause this problem. These include a blown fuse, bad window motor, wiring issues, and the switch. Power Window Won’t Go Up Causes: Toyota Aygo … Read more
Your Toyota Aygo’s brake system is the most important safety feature on the vehicle. Without a reliable braking system, it is dangerous to keep driving your Aygo. A brake fluid leak is a serious problem. It is usually caused by a failure of a seal, brake line, master cylinder reservoir, and a few other … Read more