Section 53 (Electrical Component Locator): Switches

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Switches
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SWITCHES LOCATION

Component Component Location
A/C Triple Pressure Switch (2.4L) On right front of engine compartment. See Figure.
A/C Triple Pressure Switch (3.0L) On right front of engine compartment. See Figure.
A/T Indicator Switch On left side of transmission.
Back-Up Light Switch On left side of transmission.
Brake Pedal Load Sensing Switch Above brake pedal.
Brake Warning Switch (2.4L) On master cylinder assembly. See Figure.
Brake Warning Switch (3.0L) On master cylinder assembly. See Figure.
Engine Hood Courtesy Switch On front center of engine compartment.
Oil Pressure Switch (2.4L) On left rear of engine.
Oil Pressure Switch (3.0L) On left front of engine. See Figure.
Parking Brake Switch At base of parking brake pedal.
Park/Neutral Position Switch On left side of transmission.
Power Steering Oil Pressure Switch (2.4L) On front of engine. See Figure.
Power Steering Oil Pressure Switch (3.0L) On front of engine. See Figure.
Stoplight Switch Above brake pedal.
Unlock Warning Switch In steering column.
Washer Level Switch (2.4L) On right front of engine compartment. See Figure.
Washer Level Switch (3.0L) On right front of engine compartment. See Figure.
Water Temperature Switch No. 1 (3.0L) At right front of engine compartment, behind grille. See Figure.
Water Temperature Switch No. 2 (3.0L) On rear center of engine. See Figure.
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