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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 420 (BODY ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS (TROUBLESHOOTING))TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLEWIPER AND WASHER SYSTEM
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard
Wiper And Washer System
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Wiper And Washer System
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Tundra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WIPERS AND WASHERS
| Symptom/Suspect Area | Refer To | |
|---|---|---|
| Wipers And Washers Do Not Operate | ||
| WIPER Fuse | FUSES & CIRCUIT BREAKERS | |
| Wiper Switch | STEP 1 - INSPECT FRONT WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH CONTINUITY | |
| Wiper Motor | STEP 4 - LOW SPEED, INSPECT WIPER MOTOR OPERATION , STEP 5 - HIGH SPEED, INSPECT WIPER MOTOR OPERATION and STEP 6 - STOPPING AT STOP POSITION, INSPECT WIPER MOTOR OPERATION | |
| Wire Harness | WIPER/WASHER | |
| Wipers Do Not Operate In INT | ||
| Wiper Switch | STEP 1 - INSPECT FRONT WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH CONTINUITY | |
| Wiper Motor | STEP 4 - LOW SPEED, INSPECT WIPER MOTOR OPERATION , STEP 5 - HIGH SPEED, INSPECT WIPER MOTOR OPERATION and STEP 6 - STOPPING AT STOP POSITION, INSPECT WIPER MOTOR OPERATION | |
| Wire Harness | WIPER/WASHER | |
| Washer Motor Does Not Operate | ||
| Washer Switch | STEP 1 - INSPECT FRONT WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH CONTINUITY | |
| Washer Motor | STEP 7 - INSPECT WASHER MOTOR OPERATION | |
| Wire Harness | WIPER/WASHER | |
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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.