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.

2008 Toyota Matrix Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Diagnosis System

DIAGNOSIS

NOTE: When releasing the parking brake lever, set the chocks to hold the vehicle for safety.

Release the parking brake lever.

If the skid control ECU detects a malfunction, the ABS and BRAKE warning lights will come on to warn the driver.

The table below indicates which lights come on when there is a malfunction in a particular function.

Fig 1: Identifying ABS And BRAKE Warning Light

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ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS

Item / Trouble Area	ABS System	EBD System	Skid Control ECU
ABS Warning light	◦	◦	◦
BRAKE Warning light	-	◦	◦
◦: Light ON -: Light OFF

The DTCs are simultaneously stored in memory. The DTCs can be read by connecting the SST (09843-18043) between terminals TC and CG of the DLC3 and observing the blinking of the ABS warning light, or by connecting Techstream (See DTC CHECK/CLEAR ).

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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.