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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2005MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEIGNITION SYSTEMENGINE IGNITION SYSTEMIGNITION SYSTEM (2ZZ-GE)ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

2005 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

On-Vehicle Inspection

2005 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION On-Vehicle Inspection

NOTE: Cold and Hot mean the temperature of the coils themselves. Cold is from -10°C (14°F) to 50°C (122°F) and Hot is from 50°C (122°F) to 100°C (212°F).

INSPECT IGNITION COIL (WITH IGNITER) AND SPARK TEST
1. Check the DTCs.
  NOTE: If a DTC is indicated, perform troubleshooting in accordance with the procedure for that DTC.
2. Check that the spark occurs.
  1. Remove the ignition coils (with igniter).
  2. Using a 16 mm (0.63 in) plug wrench, remove the spark plugs.
  3. Install the spark plugs onto each ignition coils (with igniter), and connect the ignition coil connectors.
  4. Disconnect the 4 injector connectors.
  5. Ground the spark plugs.
  6. Check that a spark occurs at each spark plug while the engine is being cranked.
  NOTE:
  - Be sure to ground the spark plug when checking.
  - Replace the ignition coil if a physical impact Is felt while holding the spark plug.
  - Do not crank the engine for more than 2 seconds.
  HINT:
  
  If the spark does not occur, perform the following procedure.
3. Using a 16 mm (0.63 in.) plug wrench, install the spark plugs.
  Torque: 18 N.m (178 kgf.Cm, 13 ft.lbf)
4. Install the ignition coil with igniter.
  Torque: 9.0 N.m (92 kgf.Cm, 80 in.lbf)

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.