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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 188 (INSTRUMENT PANEL)CIRCUIT TESTSENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE CIRCUIT
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Circuit
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Circuit
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lexus RX 300 and 2002 Lexus RX 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
If not using the hand-held tester, start the inspection from step 2.
- Perform active test. Connect the hand-held tester to the DLC3. See Figure. Enter into the ACTIVE TEST function of the hand-held tester. Check that the probe moves as the hand-held tester directs in each range. If the gauge operates normally, replace the A/C and combination meter integrated ECU. See COMBINATION METER under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. If the gauge does not operate normally, go to the next step.
- Check the DTC of the engine. If DTC P0115/22 or P0116/22 is output from the engine, repair the circuit indicated by the output code. See appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - RX300 article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE. If DTC P0115/22 or P0116/22 is not output, go to then next step.
- Check the engine coolant temperature receiver gauge. See ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE RECEIVER GAUGE under COMPONENT TESTS. If the results are OK, check and replace the combination meter circuit plate. See COMBINATION METER under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. If the results are not good, replace the engine coolant temperature receiver gauge.
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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.