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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Actuator Check

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Actuator Check
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Toyota Camry Solara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. ACTUATOR CHECK 
    1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position while pressing the A/C control AUTO switch and R/F (Recirculation/Fresh) switch simultaneously.
    2. As each damper, motor and relay automatically operate the actuator check at 1 second intervals from step No. 1 to No. 10 continuously, check the temperature and air flow visually and by hand.
    Fig 1: Locating A/C Control Auto & R/F Switch
    G03036690Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

    If a slower display is desired, press the d temperature up switch and change the display in the step operation. Each time the temperature up switch is pressed, the display changes by 1 step.

    HINT:

    • Codes are displayed from the smaller to the larger numbers in order.
    • To cancel the check mode, press the "OFF" switch.
    DISPLAY CODE AND CONDITIONS

    Step No. Display code Conditions
        Blower level Air flow vent Air inlet damper Magnetic clutch Air mix damper
    1 0 0 FACE FRESH OFF "COOL" side (Fully closed)
    2 1 1 FACE FRESH OFF "COOL" side (Fully closed)
    3 2 14 FACE FRESH ON "COOL" side (Fully closed)
    4 3 14 FACE RECIRCULATION/FRESH ON "COOL" side (Fully closed)
    5 4 14 FACE RECIRCULATION ON "COOL"/"HOT" (50% opened)
    6 5 14 B/L RECIRCULATION ON "COOL"/"HOT" (50 % opened)
    7 6 14 FOOT (MANUAL) RECIRCULATION ON "HOT" side (Fully opened)
    8 7 14 FOOT (AUTO) RECIRCULATION ON "HOT" side (Fully opened)
    9 8 14 FOOT/DEF RECIRCULATION ON "HOT" side (Fully opened)
    10 9 31 DEF RECIRCULATION ON "HOT" side (Fully opened)
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