Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2005MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEWINDOWSWINDSHIELD/WINDOWGLASS/MIRRORBACK WINDOW STAY ASSY LHDISPOSAL
2005 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard
Back Window Stay ASSY LH: Disposal
2005 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Disposal
HINT:
Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
- DISPOSE BACK WINDOW STAY ASSY LH
- Horizontally fix the stay in a vise with the piston-rod pulled out.
- Using a metal saw, gradually cut any area between A and B to release the gas.AREA AND MEASUREMENT
Area Measurement a 80 mm (3.15 in.) b 20 mm (0.80 in.) CAUTION: As metal debris may be blown outward by the gas, you must:- Wear protective glasses.
- Cover the area being cut.
NOTE: The gas is colorless, odorless and harmless.
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.