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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 327 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONLOWER CONTROL ARMREMOVAL
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard
Lower Control Arm: Removal
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Toyota Camry Solara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
For an exploded view see Fig 1.
- Remove engine assembly with transaxle. See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION in appropriate ENGINE MECHANICAL article in ENGINES.
- Remove the 3 nuts and engine mounting insulator. See Fig 2.
- Remove the 2 bolts on the front side of the lower suspension arm. See Fig 3.
- Remove the bolt and nut on the rear side of the lower suspension arm. Remove the lower suspension arm. Remove the lower suspension arm bushing stopper from the lower suspension arm shaft. See Fig 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:
- • 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.