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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 77 (TRANSFER CASE DIAGNOSIS -VF2BM)COMPONENT TESTSVEHICLE SPEED SENSOR
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard
Vehicle Speed Sensor
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Vehicle Speed Sensor
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Tundra and 2001 Toyota Tundra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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For circuit reference, see CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION and/or WIRING DIAGRAMS
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- Vehicle speed sensor is mounted near rear of transmission or transfer case and contains a 3-pin electrical connector. See Figure. Connect voltmeter positive lead to terminal No. 3 (outer terminal) and negative lead to terminal No. 2 (center terminal) on vehicle speed sensor. See Fig 1.
- Remove vehicle speed sensor. Using jumper wires, connect positive battery terminal to terminal No. 1 (outer terminal) and negative battery terminal to terminal No. 2 (center terminal) on vehicle speed sensor. See Fig 1.
- While rotating vehicle speed sensor shaft, ensure voltage changes from zero volts to at least 11 volts. Voltage should change 4 times per revolution of shaft. Replace vehicle speed sensor if voltage does not change as specified. Remove test equipment.
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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.