Air Outlet Servomotor: Inspection

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Inspection
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  1. Remove Instrument Panel  (SeeREMOVAL & INSTALLATION )
  2. Remove Air Duct 
    Fig 1: Removing Air Duct & Screws
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    1. Disconnect the connector clamp.
    2. Remove the 3 screws and air duct.
  3. Remove Air Outlet Servomotor 
    1. Disconnect the connector.
    2. Remove the 2 screws and servomotor.
    Fig 2: Removing Air Outlet Servomotor
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  4. Inspect Air Outlet Servomotor Operation 
    1. Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal 7 and negative (-) lead to terminal 6, then check that the arm turns to "FACE" side smoothly.
      Fig 3: Inspect Air Outlet Servomotor Operation (1 Of 2)
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    2. Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal 6 and negative (-) lead to terminal 7, then check that the arm turns to "DEF" side smoothly.
      Fig 4: Inspect Air Outlet Servomotor Operation (2 Of 2)
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    If operations are not as specified, replace the servomotor.

  5. Inspect Position Sensor Resistance 

    Measure resistance between terminals at servomotor arm each position as shown in the chart.

    Fig 5: Reviewing Position Sensor Resistance Information
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    If resistance is not as specified, replace the servomotor.

    Fig 6: Inspecting Position Sensor Resistance
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  6. Install Air Outlet Servomotor 
    1. Install the servomotor with the 2 screws.
    2. Connect the connector.
    Fig 7: Installing Air Outlet Servomotor & Screws
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  7. Install Air Duct 
    1. Install the air duct with the 3 screws.
      Fig 8: Installing Servomotor Air Duct & Screws
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    2. Connect the connector clamp.
  8. Install Instrument Panel (See  REMOVAL & INSTALLATION  ) 
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