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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 153 (CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONCRUISE CONTROL MAIN SWITCH ASSEMBLYREMOVAL

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Cruise Control Main Switch Assembly: Removal

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lexus ES 300 and 2002 Lexus ES 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
Place the front wheels facing straight ahead.
Remove the connector cover. See step 1 under STEERING PAD SWITCH removal and installation procedure.
Remove the horn button assembly. See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION in appropriate AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article.
Remove the steering wheel assembly. Remove the steering wheel assembly set nut. Place matchmarks on the steering wheel assembly and steering wheel main shaft assembly. See Fig 5. Using the Puller C Set, remove the steering wheel assembly. See SPECIAL TOOLS .
Remove the steering pad switch. See step 2 under STEERING PAD SWITCH removal and installation.
Remove the cruise control main switch assembly. Remove the 3 screws. See Fig 2. Reverse the steering wheel, remove the 3 screws and cruise control main switch assembly. See Fig 3. Disengage the wiring pins other than the cruise control main switch assembly from the connector and pull them out. See Fig 4.

Fig 1: Removing Lower Steering Column Cover No. 2

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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.