On-Vehicle Repair

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION On-Vehicle Repair
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lexus IS 300 and 2003 Lexus IS 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. REMOVE NO. 1 AND NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVERS 
  2. REMOVE LH FRONT FLOOR CENTER COVER 
  3. REMOVE NO. 1 REAR FLOOR BOARD 
  4. DISCONNECT VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR CONNECTOR 
  5. REMOVE VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR 
    1. Remove the bolt and vehicle speed sensor.
    2. Remove the O-ring from the vehicle speed sensor.
  6. INSTALL VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR 
    1. Coat a new O-ring with ATF and install it to the vehicle speed sensor.
    2. Install the vehicle speed sensor to the extension housing and torque the bolt.

      Torque: 5.4 N.m (55 kgf.cm, 48 in.lbf) 

  7. INSTALL NO. 1 REAR FLOOR BOARD 
  8. INSTALL LH FRONT FLOOR CENTER COVER 
  9. INSTALL NO. 1 AND NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVERS 
    Fig 1: Removing O-Ring From Vehicle Speed Sensor
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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.