2003 Toyota Matrix Base, 4WDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fluid Capacities (Matrix)

FLUID CAPACITIES (MATRIX)

Application (1) Quantity
Automatic Transaxle (Toyota Genuine ATF Type T-IV)
1.8L (1ZZ-FE 2WD) 3.3 Qts. (3.1L)
1.8L (1ZZ-FE AWD) 3.1 Qts. (2.9L)
1.8L (2ZZ-GE) 4.3 Qts. (4.1L)
Cooling System (Includes Heater) (2)
1.8L (1ZZ-FE) 6.9 Qts. (6.5L)
1.8L (2ZZ-GE) 7.0 Qts. (6.7L)
Crankcase (Includes Filter) (3)
1.8L (1ZZ-FE) 3.9 Qts. (3.7L)
1.8L (2ZZ-GE) 4.8 Qts. (4.4L)
Manual Transaxle (SAE 75W-90/API GL-4 or GL-5 Gear Oil)
5-Speed 2.0 Qts. (1.9L)
6-Speed 2.4 Qts. (2.3L)
Power Steering Fluid (Dexron-III ATF) 1.1 Qts. (1.0L)
Rear Differential (AWD) (SAE 80W-90/API GL-5 Gear Oil) (4) 0.5 Qts. (0.5L)
Transfer Case (AWD) (SAE 80W-90/API GL-5 Gear Oil) 0.8 Qts. (0.8L)
(1) Approximate quantity is listed.
(2) Use Toyota Long Life coolant or equivalent ethylene-glycol type coolant.
(3) Use an API SL energy conserving engine oil.
(4) Use SAE 80W or 80W-90 gear oil in temperatures less than 0Β°F (-18Β°C), or SAE 90 gear oil in temperatures of 0Β°F (-18Β°C) or more.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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