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2008 Toyota Matrix Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fog Light Assembly: Adjustment

PREPARE VEHICLE FOR FOG LIGHT AIMING ADJUSTMENT
1. Prepare the vehicle:
  - Ensure there is no damage or deformation to the body around the fog lights.
  - Fill the fuel tank.
  - Make sure that the oil is filled to the specified level.
  - Make sure that the coolant is filled to the specified level.
  - Inflate the tires to the appropriate pressure.
  - Place the spare tire, tools, and jack in their original position.
  - Unload the trunk.
  - Sit a person of average weight (68 kg, 150 lb) in the driver's seat.
    
    Fig 1: Removing Fog Light Assembly
    Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
PREPARE FOR FOG LIGHT AIMING
1. Prepare the vehicle according to the following conditions:
  - Place the vehicle in a location that is dark enough to clearly observe the cutoff line. The cutoff line is a distinct line, below which light from the headlight can be observed and above which it cannot.
  - Place the vehicle at a 90° angle to the wall.
  - Create a 7.62m (25 ft) distance between the vehicle (fog light bulb center) and the wall.
  - Place the vehicle on a level surface.
  - Bounce the vehicle up and down to settle the suspension.
    
    Fig 2: Identifying Distance Between Vehicle (Fog Light Bulb Center) And Wall
    Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

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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.

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