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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+

Toyota -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Evaporator Core, Replace -> Avalon -> Camry -> Camry Solara -> Celica -> Corolla -> Corolla Matrix -> Echo -> Front -> Highlander -> Land Cruiser -> MR2 -> RAV4 -> Rear -> Sequoia & Tundra -> Sienna -> Tacoma & 4Runner
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Matrix XRS 1.8 L4 GAS

Avalon

  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Drain coolant into a suitable container until level falls below heater core fittings.
  • Disconnect suction tube at firewall using claw tool No. 09870-00015, or equivalent. Cap open fittings, then discard O-rings.
  • Disconnect liquid tube at firewall using claw tool No. 09870-00025, or equivalent. Cap open fittings, then discard O-rings.
  • Disconnect heater hoses at core fittings.
  • Remove instrument panel as outlined under "Instrument Panel, Replace."
  • Remove ECMs and ECUs for improved acces...

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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 -> Drum Brakes -> Adjustments -> 2WD -> 4WD -> Camry, Camry Solara, Celica, Corolla, Echo & Matrix -> Highlander -> Parking Brake -> Shoe Adjustment -> Tacoma -> Tacoma & Tundra -> Tundra
Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Matrix 1.8 L4 GAS

Parking Brake

Camry, Camry Solara, Celica, Corolla, Echo & Matrix
  • Apply parking brake and count number of notches on parking brake sector. Specified number of notches should be as follows:
    • On Camry, Camry Solara, Corolla, Echo and Matrix models, 5-8 clicks.
    • On Celica models, 4-7 clicks.
    • On all models, remove console box.
  • Loosen locknut and turn adjustment screw until lever travel is correct.
  • Tighten locknut and install console.
Highlander
  • Slowly press parking brake pedal all the way down and count number of clicks. If parking brake pedal does not click 5-7 times, proceed to next step to adju...

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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 Scheduled Maintenance -> 1986-06 Models -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Matrix XRS 1.8 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Service as r...

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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: 2004 Toyota Matrix XR 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+.

Component Locations
Vehicle: 2009 Toyota Matrix XRS 2.4 L4 GAS

Refer toF...

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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+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Toyota Matrix XR 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery cables.
  • Raise vehicle on suitable lift.
  • Remove bolts securing righthand engine under cover subassembly.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm clockwise using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Remove alternator B+ terminal cap and nut.
  • Disconnect electrical connect...

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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: 2007 Toyota Matrix XR 1.8 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 -> Tire Pressure Warning Lamp -> 2006-09 Matrix -> Registration -> Relearn -> Reset -> System Initialization -> Tire Pressure Sensor & Transmitter -> TPMS ECU
Vehicle: 2006 Toyota Matrix 1.8 L4 GAS

Reset

This warning lamp will illuminate when tire pressure falls below a specified psi. When the warning lamp illuminates, check the air pressure of the tire and adjust it to specified pressure. When the vehicle is driven more than 18 mph after the adjustment, the lamp will go off.

Relearn

Registration
TPMS ECU

If replacing the TPMS ECU, prior to removal, use a suitably programmed scan tool to read the registered transmitter identification number for all wheels and note them for registration.

  • Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC3 located under the LH side of the instrument pa...

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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+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Toyota Matrix XR 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove lefthand engine under cover.
  • Remove righthand engine under cover.
  • Remove front bumper assembly.
  • Disconnect cable from negative battery terminal.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Remove battery.
  • Remove thermistor assembly.
  • Disconnect radiator reserve tank hose from radiator assembly.
  • Disconnect No. 1 radiator hose from radiator assembly.
  • Disconnect No. 2 radiator hose from radiator assembly.
  • On models with automatic transaxle, disconnect oil cooler hose.
  • On all models, remove two bolts and two upper ...

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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: 2004 Toyota Matrix XRS 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 Diagram for 2007 Toyota Matrix XR 1.8 L4 GASEngine Compartment Diagram for 2007 Toyota Matrix XR 1.8 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Electronic Control Module
  • Body Component Locations Diagram for 2005 Toyota Matrix  1.8 L4 GASBody Component Locations Diagram for 2005 Toyota Matrix 1.8 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Moon Roof Control Relay
  • Wiper Relay
  • Moon Roof Control Switch
  • Door Control Receiver
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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.

    2005 Toyota Matrix XR 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Toyota Matrix XR 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Left Front Door Speaker
  • Right Rear Door Speaker
  • Left Tweeter
  • Right Tweeter
  • 2004 Toyota Matrix  1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Toyota Matrix 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Fan Relay
  • Engine Control Module
  • Radiator Fan Motor
  • Radiator Fan Resistor
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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: 2006 Toyota Matrix 1.8 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Pull, Grab
  • Auto Systems:
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Document: SEAT BELT EXTENDER
    Vehicle: 2005 Toyota Matrix XRS 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
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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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