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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2006 Toyota Matrix Base, FWD, Standard
Quick Lookups: Fluids
2006 Toyota Matrix Base, FWD, StandardSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.50 OZS. | 0.13 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.10 LBS. | 0.49 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | FWD | 3.20 QTS. | 3.02 L | TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type T IV | ATF JWS3309 or NWS6500. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | Base,XR | 6.90 QTS. | 6.52 L | TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent | DO NOT use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Base,XR | w/Filter | 4.40 QTS. | 4.16 L | SAE 5W-30 | S | |
| Engine Oil | Base,XR | w/o Filter | 4.20 QTS. | 3.97 L | SAE 5W-30 | S | |
| Fuel Tank | FWD | 13.20 GALS. | 49.96 L | S | |||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 5 Spd Trans | 2.00 QTS. | 1.89 L | API - GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | S | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II or DEXRON III | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Plain water | In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze. Not radiator antifreeze. | S | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.