Inspection Procedure

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Inspection Procedure
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  1. CHECK IF RADIO AUTO-SEARCH FUNCTIONS PROPERLY 
    1. Check if the radio auto-search functions properly.
      1. Perform the auto-search of the radio and check that it functions normally.

      OK: The radio auto-search functions properly. 

    1. OK: REPLACE RADIO AND NAVIGATION ASSY (SEE  REPLACEMENT  ) 
    2. NG: Go to Next Step. 
  2. CHECK OPTIONAL COMPONENT 
    1. Check optional component (sun shade film, telephone antenna, etc.).
      1. Check whether or not any optional component such as the sun shade film and the telephone antenna is installed.

      OK: Optional component is installed. 

    1. OK: EFFECT FROM OPTIONAL COMPONENT 
    2. NG: Go to Next Step. 
  3. INSPECT RADIO AND NAVIGATION ASSY 
    1. Preparation for check
      1. Remove the antenna plug of the radio and navigation assy.
    2. Noise Check
      1. With the radio and navigation assy connector connected, turn the ignition switch to the ACC position.
        Fig 1: Removing Antenna Plug Of Radio & Navigation Assy
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      2. Turn on the radio and choose the AM mode.
      3. Place a screwdriver or a piece of metal such as thin wire on an antenna jack of the radio and navigation assy and check that the noise is heard from the speaker.

      OK: Noise occurs. 

    1. NG: REPLACE RADIO AND NAVIGATION ASSY (SEE  REPLACEMENT  ) 
    2. OK: Go to Next Step. 
  4. CHECK ANTENNA TYPE 
    1. Choose type to be inspected.
    ANTENNA

    Type Go to step
    Glass printed type antenna A
    Roof type antenna B
    1. B: Go to step   8 
    2. A: Go to Next Step. 
  5. CHECK ANTENNA ASSY 
    1. Check for continuity of the antenna.

      HINT:

      Check the continuity, at the center of each antenna wire, as shown in Fig 2 .

      Fig 2: Checking For Continuity Of Antenna
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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.