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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Matrix AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks from 1990+

Import Compressor Service -> Zexel Compressor -> Compressor Seal, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Matrix 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Remove magnetic clutch assembly as described under "Compressor Clutch, Replace."
  • Drain compressor oil, then using shaft seal remover tool No. J-33942, or equivalent, remove shaft seal cover.
  • Remove bolt with gasket, then the front cylinder head by alternately tapping cylinder head projections with a plastic hammer.
  • ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Matrix AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Toyota -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Parking Brake Service -> Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Celica, Highlander & RAV4 -> Corolla & Matrix -> Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna & 4Runner -> Shoes, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Matrix 1.8 L4 GAS

Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Celica, Highlander & RAV4

Shoes, Replace
  • Raise and support rear of vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Remove rear caliper.
  • Remove rotor disc.
  • Remove shoe return springs, Figs. and .
  • Remove shoe strut and spring using strut remover 09717-20010, or equivalent.
  • Slide front shoe from under shoe hold-down spring, then remove shoe adjusting screw, tension spring and remove shoe.
  • Slide rear from shoe hold-down spring, then disconnect parking brake cable from shoe lever.
  • Apply non-melting grease on brake backing plate shoe flats, then on shoe slidin...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Matrix AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Toyota -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> 1998-06 Corolla & Matrix -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Models Less Union Bolt Fuel Line Connection -> Models w/Union Bolt Fuel Line Connection -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Matrix 1.8 L4 GAS

Fuel System Pressure Relief

Models w/Union Bolt Fuel Line Connection
  • Obtain the vehicle owners radio theft protection code prior to disconnecting the battery ground cable, if equipped.
  • Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  • Remove the fuel fill cap to release fuel tank pressure.
  • Place a shop towel over the union bolt at top of fuel filter. Slowly loosen the union bolt allowing fuel pressure to bleed down.
  • Whenever the union bolt is loosened to relieve fuel system pressure, always replace the bolt gasket.
Models Less Union Bolt Fuel Line Connection
  • Obtain the vehicle owners radio ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Matrix AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Toyota Matrix XRS 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Drain transmission fluid and transfer case oil.
  • Unstake drive shaft hub nut.
  • With an assistant applying brakes, remove drive shaft hub nut.
  • Remove nut, then disconnect stabilizer bar link fro shock absorber.
  • Remove bolt and separate ABS speed sensor wire and hose from shock absorber.
  • Remove bolt, then remove ABS speed sensor from steering knuckle.
  • Remove cotter pin and nut, then separate tie rod end from steering knuckle, using a suitable pry tool.
  • Remove bolt and nuts from lower ball joint, then separate lower control arm...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Matrix AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification -> Reset Switch Test -> Using Scan Tool -> Using TPMS Warning Lamp
Vehicle: 2008 Toyota Matrix XR 1.8 L4 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Using TPMS Warning Lamp
  • Place the ignition switch in the Off position.
  • Using Toyota SST or other suitable jumper, connect terminals TC and CG of DLC3. The DLC3 is located under the left side of the instrument panel, Fig. .
  • Place the ignition switch in the On position.
  • Read and note DTCs indicated by flashes of the TPMS warning lamp, Fig. .
  • If the TPMS warning lamp blinks in .25 second intervals, a normal condition is indicated, Fig. .
  • If the TPMS warning lamp blinks in .5 second intervals followed by a 1.5 second pause, then additional .5 second i...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Matrix AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Toyota Matrix 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect starter motor electrical connectors and positive battery cable.
  • Remove starter motor upper and lower mounting bolts, then start...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Matrix AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Toyota -> 2003-09 Matrix
Vehicle: 2009 Toyota Matrix XRS 2.4 L4 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 22,500 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter every 10,000 miles.

  • Open the glove compartment door.
  • Remove the screw retaining the damper rod to the righthand side of the glove compartment door, then detach the damper rod.
  • Push inward at each side of the glove compartment door to disengage the retainers, then lower the door.
  • Through the glove compartment opening, depress the cabin air filter access cover retaining tabs, then remove the cover, Fig. .
  • Remove the cabin air fil...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Matrix AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Toyota -> Air Bag Warning Lamp -> 2003-09 Matrix
Vehicle: 2009 Toyota Matrix XR 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Connect two service wires to terminals Tc and CG of data link connector.
  • Disconnect Tc within 10 seconds after DTC output begins.
  • SRS warning lamps will illuminate 3 seconds later. Within 2-4 seconds, connect terminals Tc and CG of DLC.
  • SRS warning lamp will go off within 2-4 seconds. Within 2-4 seconds, disconnect term...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Matrix AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2003 Toyota Matrix 1.8 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator outlet.
  • Remove hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water inlet.
  • Remove hose from water inlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Toyota Matrix AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Toyota Matrix XR 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Toyota Matrix AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 2003 Toyota Matrix XRS 1.8 L4 GASEngine Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 2003 Toyota Matrix XRS 1.8 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Wiper Motor
  • Horn
  • Generator
  • Ambient Temperature Sensor
  • Washer Motor
  • Engine Compartment Diagram for 2008 Toyota Matrix  1.8 L4 GASEngine Compartment Diagram for 2008 Toyota Matrix 1.8 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Electronic Control Module
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Toyota Matrix AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Toyota Matrix  1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Toyota Matrix 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • LH Front Door Speaker
  • RH Front Door Speaker
  • Woofer
  • LH Tweeter
  • Stereo Component Amplifier
  • 2005 Toyota Matrix XRS 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Toyota Matrix XRS 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Defogger Control
  • Heater
  • Stop Lamp
  • Integration Relay
  • Taillamp
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Toyota Matrix AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: REPAIR MANUAL SUPPLEMENT: VEHICLE PULLING TO ONE SIDE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2009 Toyota Matrix 1.8 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Pull, Grab
  • Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Document: MIL ON, DTC P0011, P0012, OR P0016 - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Matrix XRS 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Toyota Matrix AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Toyota Matrix cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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