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2007 Toyota Matrix Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine Control System (1ZZ-FE): ECM: Removal

DISCONNECT BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL
REMOVE GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the screw [A] from the glove compartment door stoppers.
2. Deform the upper part of the glove compartment door assembly to release the stoppers [B].
3. Pull the glove compartment door assembly upward to remove it.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Glove Compartment Door Assembly
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REMOVE ECM
1. Remove the 2 clips using a clip remover, then open the cover.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Clips Using Clip Remover
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2. Disconnect the 4 ECM connectors [B].
3. Remove the wire harness from the wire harness clamp [C].
4. Remove the 2 screws [D].
5. Unfasten the claw and clip, and then remove the ECM.
REMOVE ECM COVER
1. Remove the ECM cover from the ECM.
  
  Fig 4: Removing ECM Cover From ECM
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

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• 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.

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