Removal (ES300)

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Removal (ES300)
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  1. Release fuel pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASEΒ . Drain coolant. Remove engine cover. Remove air cleaner assembly with hose. Remove front suspension upper center brace. Remove intake air surge tank.
  2. Remove pulsation damper and 2 gaskets. See Fig 1. Remove bolt and 2 gaskets. Remove bolt and disconnect fuel pipe sub-assembly No. 1 from intake manifold. Disconnect injector connectors. Remove 2 bolts and fuel delivery pipe, while pulling out both ends of fuel delivery pipe equally. While turning injector clockwise and counterclockwise, pull out injector from delivery pipe.
    Fig 1: Removing Pulsation Damper & Gaskets (ES300)
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • 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.