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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Section 530 (Air Conditioning): Removal: Inspection

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Inspection

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INSPECT AIR MIX SERVOMOTOR
1. Inspect the air mix 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 "COOL" side smoothly.
    
    Fig 1: Inspecting Air Mix Servomotor Operation
    Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  2. Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal 6 and negative (-) lead to terminal 7, then check that the arm turns to "WARM" side smoothly.
  If operations are not as specified, replace the servomotor.
  
  Fig 2: Inspecting Air Mix Servomotor Operation
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
2. Inspect position sensor resistance.
  Measure resistance between terminals at servomotor arm each position as shown in the chart.
  
  Fig 3: Resistance Condition Chart
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

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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.