Repair Instruction: Precaution

2006 Toyota Matrix XR, 4WDSECTION Precaution
  1. BASIC REPAIR HINT 
    1. HINTS ON OPERATIONS
      Fig 1: Basic Repair Hint
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    2. JACKING UP AND SUPPORTING VEHICLE
      1. Care must be taken when jacking up and supporting the vehicle. Be sure to lift and support the vehicle at the proper locations.
    3. PRECOATED PARTS
      1. Precoated parts are bolts and nuts that are coated with a seal lock adhesive at the factory.
      2. If a precoated part is retightened, loosened or moved in any way, it must be recoated with the specified adhesive.
      3. When reusing a precoated part, clean off the old adhesive and dry the part with compressed air. Then apply new seal lock adhesive appropriate to that part.
      4. Some seal lock agents harden slowly. You may have to wait for the seal lock adhesive to harden.
        Fig 2: Identifying Bolts Coated With Seal Lock Adhesive
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    4. GASKETS
      1. When necessary, use a sealer on gaskets to prevent leaks.
    5. BOLTS, NUTS AND SCREWS
      1. Carefully follow all the specifications for tightening torques. Always use a torque wrench.
    6. FUSES
      1. When inspecting a fuse, check that the wire of the fuse is not broken.
      2. When replacing fuses, be sure that the new fuse has the correct amperage rating. Do not exceed the rating or use one with a lower rating.
        Fig 3: Identifying Fuses Condition
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        ILLUSTRATION CHART

        Illustration Symbol Part Name Abbreviation
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        FUSE FUSE
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        MEDIUM CURRENT FUSE M-FUSE
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        HIGH CURRENT FUSE H-FUSE
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        FUSIBLE LINK FL
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        CIRCUIT BREAKER CB
    7. CLIPS
      1. The removal and installation methods of typical clips used for vehicle body parts are shown in the table below.

        HINT:

        If clips are damaged during work, always replace the damaged clip with a new one.

        Fig 4: Removing/Installing Clips
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    8. CLAWS
      1. The removal and installation methods of typical claws used for vehicle body parts are shown in the table below.

        HINT:

        If claws are damaged during a procedure, always replace the damaged claws with a new caps or covers.

        Fig 5: Removing\Installing Claws
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    9. REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF VACUUM HOSES
      1. To disconnect a vacuum hose, pull and twist from the end of the hose. Do not pull from the middle of the hose as this may damage the hose.
        Fig 6: Precaution For Disconnecting Vacuum Hose
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      2. When disconnecting vacuum hoses, use tags to identify where they should be reconnected.
      3. After completing any hose related repairs, double check that the vacuum hoses are properly connected. The label under the hood shows the proper layout.
      4. When using a vacuum gauge, never force the hose onto a connector that is too large. If a hose has been stretched, air may leak. Use a stepdown adapter if necessary.
        Fig 7: Disconnecting And Tagging Vacuum Hoses
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    10. TORQUE WHEN USING TORQUE WRENCH WITH EXTENSION TOOL
      Fig 8: Identifying Torque Wrench With Extension Tool (1 Of 2)
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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.