Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2004 Toyota Matrix Base, FWD, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quarter Window Assembly LH: Replacement
NOTE:
- Installation is in the reverse order of the removal.
- In the RH side, work in the same procedure as in the LH side.
- REMOVE REAR SEAT ASSY LH (See OVERHAUL )
- REMOVE DECK BOARD SUB-ASSY (See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE DECK BOARD NO.2 (See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRAY (See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE DECK FLOOR BOX REAR (See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE TONNEAU COVER ASSY (See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE DECK TRIM COVER REAR (See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH (See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE REAR DOOR WEATHERSTRIP LH (See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE REAR SEAT SIDE GARNISH LH (See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE DECK TRIM SIDE PANEL ASSY LH (See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE ROOF SIDE GARNISH INNER RH (See REPLACEMENT )
- REMOVE QUARTER WINDOW ASSY LH
- Using a knife, cut off the moulding as shown in Fig 1
.NOTE: Do not damage the body with the knife.
- Using a knife, cut off the moulding as shown in Fig 1
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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