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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 168 (POWER DOOR LOCKS - WITHOUT KEYLESS ENTRY)COMPONENT TESTSDOOR UNLOCK DETECTION SWITCH
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard
Door Unlock Detection Switch
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Door Unlock Detection Switch
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Avalon. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Door unlock detection switch is incorporated in door lock assembly of each door. Remove door panel from door for access to suspect door lock assembly. See POWER DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY (FRONT DOORS)Β or POWER DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY (REAR DOORS)Β under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
- Turn ignition off. To check door unlock detection switch on driver and front passenger doors, disconnect Black 6-pin electrical harness connector from suspect door lock assembly. See Fig 1. To check door unlock detection switch on rear doors, disconnect Black 4-pin electrical harness connector from suspect door lock assembly. See Fig 2. Note door lock assembly terminal identification and switch positions.
- Using an ohmmeter, check continuity between specified door lock assembly terminals with switch in specified position. See DOOR UNLOCK DETECTION SWITCH CONTINUITYΒ table. Replace door unlock detection switch if continuity is not as specified. See POWER DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY (FRONT DOORS)Β or POWER DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY (REAR DOORS)Β under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. It may be necessary to replace door lock assembly because door unlock detection switch may not be serviceable. Consult parts department for parts availability.
DOOR UNLOCK DETECTION SWITCH CONTINUITY
| Switch Position | Continuity Between Switch Terminals | |
|---|---|---|
| Lock | No Continuity | |
| Unlock | ||
| Right Rear Door | 1 & 2 | |
| All Other Doors | 3 & 4 | |
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When to See a Mechanic
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.