Solar Sensor: Inspection

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Inspection
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  1. REMOVE SOLAR SENSOR 

    Using a screwdriver, pull out the sensor then disconnect the connector.

    HINT:

    Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

    Fig 1: Removing Solar Sensor (Front)
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  2. Front side: INSPECT SOLAR SENSOR CIRCUIT (See  SOLAR SENSOR CIRCUIT (PASSENGER SIDE)  &  SOLAR SENSOR CIRCUIT (DRIVER SIDE)  ). 
  3. Rear side: INSPECT SOLAR SENSOR CIRCUIT (See  SOLAR SENSOR CIRCUIT (REAR SIDE)  ). 
  4. INSTALL SOLAR SENSOR 
    Fig 2: Removing Solar Sensor (Rear)
    G01317344Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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