Inspection Procedure

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Inspection Procedure
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  1. INSPECT STOP LAMP SWITCH OPERATION 
    1. Check that the stop lamp comes on while depressing the brake pedal, and goes off when releasing the brake pedal.

      NG: INSPECT STOP LAMP SWITCH CIRCUIT (SEE  DTC C1249/49: OPEN CIRCUIT IN STOP LIGHT SWITCH CIRCUIT  ) 

    OK: Go to next step. 

  2. INSPECT STOP LAMP SWITCH ASSY 
    1. Turn the ignition switch off.
    2. Disconnect the stop lamp switch assy connector.
      Fig 1: Disconnecting Stop Lamp Switch Assy Connector
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    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in Fig 2 .

    Standard: 

    Fig 2: Stop Lamp Switch Assy Specifications Chart
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    NG: REPLACE STOP LAMP SWITCH ASSY (SEE  PEDAL RESERVE DISTANCE  ) 

    OK: Go to next step. 

  3. INSPECT ECM 
    1. Reconnect the stop lamp switch assy connector.
    2. Disconnect the E7 connector of the ECM.
      Fig 3: Disconnecting E7 Connector
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    3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
    4. Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in Fig 4 .

      Standard: 

      Fig 4: Measuring Voltage
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    5. Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in Fig 6 .
      Fig 5: Measuring Voltage Between ST1 & Body Ground
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      Standard: 

      Fig 6: Measuring Voltage Between ECM & Body Ground Specifications Chart
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      NG: REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (STOP LAMP SWITCH ASSY - ECM) 

      OK: REPLACE ECM (SEE  REPLACEMENT  ) 

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.