How To Use The Diagnostic Chart And Inspection Procedure

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION How To Use The Diagnostic Chart And Inspection Procedure
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  1. CONNECTOR CONNECTION AND TERMINAL INSPECTION 
    • For troubleshooting, diagnostic trouble code (DTC) charts or problem symptom table are provided for each circuit with detailed inspection procedures in this manual.
    • When component parts, wire harnesses and connectors of each circuit are found to be normal in troubleshooting, the problem is most likely in the ECU. Accordingly, if diagnosis is performed without the problem symptoms occurring, refer to Step  8 to replace the ECU. Always confirm that the problem symptoms are occurring, or proceed with inspection while using the symptom simulation method.
    • The instructions "Check wire harness and connector" and "Check and replace ECU" which appear in the inspection procedure are common and applicable to all DTCs. Follow the procedure outlined below whenever these instructions appear.
      Fig 1: Checking Wire Harness & Connector (1 Of 2)
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