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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard
Section 962 (Power Steering Pump): Reservoir: Removal
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove negative (-) battery cable from battery and isolate cable.
- Remove cap from power steering fluid reservoir.
- Using a siphon pump, remove as much power steering fluid as possible from power steering fluid reservoir.
- Remove engine appearance cover.
- Remove clamp attaching return hose to power steering fluid reservoir. Remove hose from reservoir (Fig 1 ).
- Remove clamp attaching supply hose to power steering fluid reservoir. Remove hose from reservoir (Figure ).
- Remove two upper mounting bolts securing reservoir in place (Figure ).
- Loosen, but do not remove, lower mounting bolt securing reservoir in place (Figure ).
- Slide reservoir upward, off lower mounting bolt.
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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.