Disassembly (GS300 & IS300)

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Disassembly (GS300 & IS300)
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  1. If necessary to remove Throttle Position (TP) sensor, remove retaining screws and TP sensor from throttle body. See Fig 1.
  2. If necessary to remove throttle control motor, ensure TP sensor is removed from throttle body. Disconnect electrical connector for throttle control motor from wiring bracket. See Fig 1. Remove retaining screws and cover to access throttle control motor. Remove retaining screws and throttle control motor from throttle body.
  3. If necessary to remove accelerator pedal position sensor, using small screwdriver, bend tabs on washer plate away from retaining screws for accelerator pedal position sensor. See Fig 1. Remove retaining screws, washer plate and accelerator pedal position sensor from throttle body.
Fig 1: Exploded View Of Throttle Body & Components (GS300 & IS300)
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