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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 540 (ENGINE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM)ENGINE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEMREPLACEMENT
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard
Engine Immobilizer System: Replacement
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lexus SC 430. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- DESCRIPTION OF CODE REGISTRATION
HINT:
The key has 2 codes: the key code (immobilizer code) and the wireless code. Both of these types need to be registered. Refer to DOOR CONTROL TRANSMITTER ASSY for the wireless code registration procedures.
- When adding master keys (including the flat key) and sub-keys (Additional registration).
- Register the key code (immobilizer code) to the transponder key ECU.
- When adding master keys (including the flat key) and sub-keys (Additional registration).
- When replacing the transponder key ECU (New registration).
- Register the key code (immobilizer code) in the transponder key ECU.
- Register the ECU COMMUNICATION ID between the ECM and the transponder key ECU.
- When replacing the ECM
- Register the ECU COMMUNICATION ID between the ECM and the transponder key ECU.
- KEY REGISTRATION IN AUTOMATIC REGISTRATION (New Registration)
- The new registration of the key codes (immobilizer codes) is made automatically.
HINT:
- When you install a new transponder key ECU, the key codes (immobilizer codes) must be registered.
- A new transponder key ECU starts in the automatic key code registration mode. In this mode, a maximum of 4 key codes for 3 master keys (including the flat key) and 1 sub-key can be registered. Since the transponder key ECU can distinguish types of keys, the registration order is not specified.
- When registering the flat key, bring the key case close to the ignition key cylinder, because a transponder chip for the key code (immobilizer code) is built in the key case of the flat key.
HINT:
- When no key is inserted in the ignition key cylinder in the automatic key code registration mode, the security indicator will remain on.
- When the immobilizer system operates normally and the key is pulled out, the security indicator blinks.
NOTE: If the key code registration has failed in the automatic key code registration mode, code 2-1 will be output from the security indicator. Trying to re-register an already registered key will cause code 2-2 to be output when the key is inserted. The output details are shown below.
- The new registration of the key codes (immobilizer codes) is made automatically.
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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.