Inspection Procedure

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Inspection Procedure
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  1. CHECK FUSE 
    1. Check if the ECU-B and ECU-ACC fuses are normal.

      NG: REPLACE FUSE 

      OK: Go to next step. 

  2. INSPECT OUTER MIRROR SWITCH ASSY 
    1. Remove the outer mirror switch assy.
    2. Left side for left/right adjustment switch: Inspect the left side mirror switch continuity.

      Standard 

      Fig 1: Left Outer Mirror Switch Continuity Specification Chart
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      If the continuity is not as specified, replace the switch,

    3. Right side for left/right adjustment switch:

      Inspect the right side mirror switch continuity.

      Fig 2: Inspecting Outer Mirror Switch Assy
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      Standard 

      Fig 3: Right Outer Mirror Switch Continuity Specification Chart
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      If the continuity is not as specified, replace the switch.

      NG: REPLACE OUTER MIRROR SWITCH ASSY 

      OK: Go to next step. 

  3. CHECK WIRE HARNESS (OUTER MIRROR CONTROL ECU - OUTER MIRROR SWITCH) 
    1. Disconnect the M2 outer mirror switch and M8 outer mirror control ECU connectors.
    2. Fig 4: Checking Wire Harness
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    3. Check the continuity between the disconnected connectors.

      Standard 

      Fig 5: Wire Harness Continuity Specification Chart
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      NG: REPAIR OR REPLACE WIRE HARNESS AND CONNECTOR 

      OK: REPLACE OUTER MIRROR CONTROL ECU ASSY 

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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.
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