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.
2009 Toyota Matrix Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
REAR SPEED SENSOR (for 4WD): Installation
HINT:
- Use the same procedure for RH side and LH side except for the step to install the rear sensor clip.
- If the sensor rotor needs to be replaced, replace it together with the rear drive shaft assembly.
- INSTALL REAR SPEED SENSOR LH (for LH Side)
- Install the rear speed sensor with bolt C.
Torque: 8.5 N*m (87 kgf*cm, 75 in.*lbf)
NOTE: Keep the rear speed sensor tip and sensor installation hole free of foreign matter. - Install the No. 1 sensor clamp with the nut.
Torque: 5.0 N*m (51 kgf*cm, 44 in.*lbf)
NOTE: Do not twist the rear speed sensor wire when installing the clamp. - Install the No. 2 sensor clamp with bolt B.
Torque: 8.0 N*m (82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf)
NOTE: Do not twist the rear speed sensor wire when installing the clamp. - Install the sensor clip LH.
- Install the No. 3 sensor clamp with bolt A.
Torque: 8.0 N*m (82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf)
NOTE: Do not twist the rear speed sensor wire when installing the clamp. - Insert the connector and grommet to the inside of the vehicle through the passage hole in the wheel well.NOTE: Make sure that the grommet's band clamp remains on the outside of the vehicle.
- Hold the grommet and pull it from the inside of the vehicle to the outside of the vehicle. Then hold it in place so that it is not tilted.NOTE: When pulling out the grommet, do not pull on the sensor wire.
- Connect the rear speed sensor connector.
- Install the rear speed sensor with bolt C.
- INSTALL REAR SPEED SENSOR RH (for RH Side)
- Install the rear speed sensor with bolt C.
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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.
