Safety Warning

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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Abs With EBD System - Diagnostics: Pre-Check

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Pre-Check

DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
1. Release the parking brake lever.
2. Check the warning lights.
  When the ignition switch is turned ON, check that the ABS warning light and brake warning light goes on for approx. 3 seconds.
  NOTE:
  - When the parking brake is applied or the level of the brake fluid is low, the brake warning light is lit.
  - If the indicator check result is not normal, proceed to troubleshooting for the ABS warning light circuit or brake warning light circuit (ABS WARNING LIGHT CIRCUIT (DOES NOT LIGHT UP) or BRAKE WARNING LIGHT CIRCUIT ).
    
    Fig 1: Identifying ABS Warning lights
    Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
3. In case of not using hand-held tester:
  Check the DTC.
  1. Using SST, it connects terminal Tc and CG of DLC3.
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  2. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
  3. Read the DTC from the ABS warning light on the combination meter.
    
    Fig 2: Identifying DLC3 Connector Terminal
    Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

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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.