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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 523 (TRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM)SHIFT LEVER ASSYOVERHAUL

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Shift Lever ASSY: Overhaul

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Overhaul

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REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL REGISTER ASSY NO.1 (SEE INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSY )
REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSY LOWER (SEE INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSY )
REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSY UPPER (SEE INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSY )
REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL REGISTER ASSY NO.3 (SEE INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSY )
REMOVE SHIFT LEVER ASSY
1. Remove the 3 bolts.
2. Disconnect the 2 connectors and remove the shift lever assy.
Fig 1: Locating Bolts Of Shift Lever Assy For Removal
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REMOVE INDICATOR LAMP WIRE SUB-ASSY
1. Remove the position indicator lamp wire from the position indicator housing.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Position Indicator Lamp Wire From Position Indicator Housing
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2. Separate the connector from the 3 clamps and remove the position indicator lamp wire.
3. Remove the cover.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Cover And Position Indicator Lamp Wire
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4. Remove the bulb and cap from the position indicator lamp wire.
Fig 4: Removing Bulb And Cap From Position Indicator Lamp Wire
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INSTALL INDICATOR LAMP WIRE SUB-ASSY
1. Install the bulb and cap to the position indicator lamp wire.
  
  Fig 5: Installing Bulb And Cap To Position Indicator Lamp Wire
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2. Connect the connector and 3 clamps.
3. Install the cover.
  
  Fig 6: Installing Cover And Clamps
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4. Install the position indicator lamp wire to the position indicator housing.
NOTE:
- Securely attach by twisting to the right.

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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.