2009 Toyota Matrix Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Inspection Procedure

HINT:

  • The following conditions may also cause DTC P0505 to be set:
    1. The floor carpet overlapping slightly onto the accelerator pedal, causing the accelerator pedal to be slightly depressed and therefore the throttle valve position to be slightly open.
    2. The accelerator pedal being not fully released.
  • Read freeze frame data using the Techstream. The ECM records vehicle and driving condition information as freeze frame data the moment a DTC is stored. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can be helpful in determining whether the vehicle was running or stopped, whether the engine was warmed up or not, whether the air fuel ratio was lean or rich, as well as other data recorded at the time of a malfunction.
  1. CHECK ANY OTHER DTCS OUTPUT (IN ADDITION TO DTC P0505) 
    1. Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    3. Turn the Techstream on.
    4. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Codes.
    5. Read the DTCs.

      Result 

      RESULT CHART

      Result Proceed to
      DTC P0505 is output A
      DTC P0505 and other DTCs are output B

      HINT:

      If any DTCs other than P0505 are output, troubleshoot those DTCs first.

      B: GO TO DTC CHART  (See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART )

      A: Go to next step 

  2. CHECK PCV HOSE CONNECTIONS 
    1. Check the PCV hose connections (See PCV VALVE ).

      OK: PCV hose is connected correctly and is not damaged  .

      NG: REPAIR OR REPLACE PCV HOSE 

      OK: Go to next step 

  3. CHECK INTAKE SYSTEM 
    1. Check the intake system for vacuum leaks (See INTAKE SYSTEM ).

      OK: No leaks in intake system  .

      NG: REPAIR OR REPLACE INTAKE SYSTEM 

      OK: Go to next step 

  4. INSPECT THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY (THROTTLE VALVE) 
    1. Check the throttle valve condition.

      OK: Throttle valve is not contaminated with foreign objects and moves smoothly  .

      NG: REPLACE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )

      OK: REPLACE ECM  (See REMOVAL )

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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.