Toyota2014–2018

Aygo 1.0 VVTi: Common faults & known problems

Common faults & known problems

9 known faults documented in workshop bulletins. Of these, four concern the engine and fuel system and two the body and trim. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Engine & fuel system

4 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Alternator warning lamp illuminated

Overview

Affects
All models with 1KR-FE engine code and stop-start system, →04/05/17.
Remedy
Fit modified part

Symptoms

Possible trouble codes stored in engine control module (ECM) fault memory: P162B, P161A.

Cause

Internal fault with alternator.

Repair

  1. Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
  2. If no fault(s) found: Fit modified alternator.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.

Abnormal noise from engine cooling system when decelerating between 3200-3500rpm

Affects All models with 1KR-FE engine code, →06/17.Fit modified part

Cause

Thermostat incorrectly manufactured.

Repair

  1. Fit modified thermostat.
Parts1 part
Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Thermostat90916-031531

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 6.

Engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated. Trouble code stored: P0011

Affects All models with 1KR-FE engine code, →11/15.P0011Fit modified part

Cause

Camshaft position (CMP) actuator vent hole blocked due to unsatisfactory design.

Repair

  1. Fit modified camshaft position (CMP) actuator.
Parts1 part
Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Camshaft position (CMP) actuator15330-0Q0211

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 7.

Engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated. Possible trouble codes stored: P0139, P0141, P0140

Overview

Affects
All models with 1KR-FE engine code, →06/16.
Fault codes
P0139P0141P0140
Remedy
Fit modified part
Parts
2 parts

Cause

Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 2 internal damage due to engine control module (ECM) software fault.

Repair

  1. Fit modified heated oxygen sensor (HO2S).
  2. Re-program ECM with upgraded software. Note: To carry out an effective repair a software upgrade will be required - refer to manufacturer.
Parts2 parts
Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) (Aygo)89465-0H0501
Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) (Yaris)89465-0D2401

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 8.

Electrical & ignition

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Condensation in rear lamps

Affects All models, →2018.

Cause

Poor manufacture of rear lamps.

Repair

  1. Replace rear lamps as required.
Parts4 parts
Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
RH rear lamp (LHD)81551-0H2501
LH rear lamp (LHD)81561-0H2501
RH rear lamp (RHD)81551-0H2501
LH rear lamp (RHD)81561-0H2601

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.

Steering

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Knocking noise when turning steering wheel

Overview

Affects
All models, →02/15.
Remedy
Fit modified part

Cause

Unsatisfactory design of steering column.

Repair

  1. Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
  2. If no fault(s) found: Fit modified steering column.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 9.

Body & trim

2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Tailgate will not open from outside

Overview

Affects
All models, →07/16.
Remedy
Fit modified part

Cause

Tailgate lock mechanism faulty.

Repair

  1. Fit modified tailgate lock mechanism.
  2. Fit modified tailgate latch.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.

Abnormal noise when opening/closing front doors

Affects All models, →2018.Fit modified part

Cause

Front door check strap retaining bolt loose.

Repair

  1. Fit modified door check strap retaining bolt.
Parts1 part
Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Retaining bolt90119-W0230As required

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.

Other

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Bluetooth intermittent operation or not working in high ambient air temperatures

Overview

Affects
All models.
Remedy
Software update

Cause

Audio unit software fault.

Repair

  1. Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
  2. If no fault(s) found: Re-program audio unit with upgraded software. Note: To carry out an effective repair a software upgrade will be required - refer to manufacturer.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.

Glossary

Technical terms used in this guide.

ECM
Engine control module — the electronic unit that manages the engine
Trouble Codes
Standardised fault codes stored by the engine control module, read with a diagnostic tool
CMP
Camshaft position — a sensor that tells the engine control module where the camshaft is
Actuator
A motor or solenoid that moves a mechanical part on command
Control Module
A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
Fault Memory
The list of stored trouble codes in a control module
Re-Program
Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool
Stop-Start
The system that cuts the engine at idle and restarts it when you pull away
Alternator
The unit that charges the battery while the engine is running

Frequently asked questions

What are the common faults with the Toyota Aygo 1.0 VVTi?

This guide contains nine workshop bulletins for the Toyota Aygo 1.0 VVTi. Of these, four concern the engine and fuel system and two the body and trim. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Does every Toyota Aygo 1.0 VVTi have these faults?

No. These are patterns documented across the model by workshops, not predictions for an individual vehicle. Where a fault applies only to certain vehicles or VIN ranges, that is listed with the fault.

Can I check for Toyota Aygo 1.0 VVTi faults myself?

Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.

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