Inspection Procedure

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Inspection Procedure
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  1. INSPECT POWER WINDOW REGULATOR MOTOR ASSY LH 
    NOTE:
    • Be sure not to apply the battery voltage to terminals 1, 3 and 6 of the power window regulator motor assy LH connector, because it might damage the pulse sensor and the limit switch.
    • Be sure to reset the power window regulator motor assy (initial position setting of the limit switch) when the power window regulator motor assy LH is installed to the regulator.
    1. When adding the battery voltage to each connector terminal, check that the motor operates smoothly.
      Fig 1: Checking Motor Operates Smoothly
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    Standard: 

    Fig 2: Battery Connection Chart
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    NG: REPLACE POWER WINDOW REGULATOR MOTOR ASSY LH 

    OK: Go to next step. 

  2. CHECK WIRE HARNESS 
    1. Disconnect the R15 power window regulator switch assy rear (LH side) and P9 power window regulator motor assy LH connectors.
      Fig 3: Disconnecting Power Window Regulator Switch Assy Rear (LH Side) & Power Window Regulator Motor Assy LH
      G01437073Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Check the continuity between the disconnected connectors.

    Standard: 

    Fig 4: Checking Continuity Between Disconnected Connectors Chart
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    NG: REPAIR OR REPLACE WIRE HARNESS AND CONNECTOR 

    OK: REPLACE POWER WINDOW REGULATOR SWITCH ASSY REAR 

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.