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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

On-Vehicle Inspection

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION On-Vehicle Inspection
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  1. CHECK TRANSAXLE OIL 
    1. Stop the vehicle on the level place.
    2. Remove the transmission filler plug and gasket.
    3. Check that the oil surface is within 5 mm (0.20 in.) from the lowest position of the inner surface of the transmission filler plug opening.
      NOTE:
      • Excessively large or small amount of oil may cause troubles. 
      • After exchanging oil, drive the vehicle and check the oil level. 
    4. Check for oil leakage when the oil level is low.
    5. Install the transmission filler plug and new gasket.

      Torque: 49 N.m (500 kgf.cm, 36 ft.lbf) 

      Fig 1: Checking Oil Surface From Lowest Position Of Inner Surface Of Transmission Filler Plug Opening
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