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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 129 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM SELF DIAGNOSTICS)DIAGNOSTIC TESTSDTC P0451, DTC P0452 OR DTC P0453POSSIBLE CAUSES
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard
Possible Causes
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Possible Causes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
DTC detection conditions are:
- For DTC P0451: Vapor pressure sensor output extremely changes under conditions when vehicle speed is zero MPH and engine speed is idling. Vapor pressure sensor value is greater than or equal to opening pressure value of charcoal canister, (2 trip detection logic).
- For DTC P0452: 10 seconds or more after engine starting condition vapor pressure sensor fixed value continues to be a fixed value or less, (2 trip detection logic).
- For DTC P0453: 10 seconds or less after engine starting condition vapor pressure sensor fixed value continues to be a fixed value or more, (2 trip detection logic).
- Vapor pressure sensor circuit is open or shorted.
- Defective vapor pressure sensor.
- Defective ECM.
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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.