2009 Toyota Matrix Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Throttle Body: Installation

  1. INSTALL THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY 
    1. Install a new gasket onto the intake manifold.
      Fig 1: Locating Gasket
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    2. Install the throttle body assembly with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.

      Torque: 10 N*m (102 kgf*cm, 7 ft.*lbf) 

      Fig 2: Locating Bolts And Nuts And Throttle Body Assembly
      G06008108Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Connect the 2 water by-pass hoses and the throttle body connector.
  2. INSTALL AIR CLEANER CAP SUB-ASSEMBLY WITH HOSE 
    1. Install the air cleaner cap sub-assembly with hose with the 2 clamps.
      Fig 3: Locating Throttle Body Connector And Water By-Pass Hoses
      G06008107Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Tighten the hose clamp to the specified torque.

      Torque: 2.0 N*m (20 kgf*cm, 18 in.*lbf) 

      Fig 4: Locating Hose Clamp
      G05398729Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Connect the ventilation hose.
      Fig 5: Locating Ventilation Hose
      G06040771Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    4. Connect the wire harness clamp and mass air flow meter connector.
  3. ADD ENGINE COOLANT  (See COOLANT )
  4. INSPECT FOR COOLANT LEAK  (See COOLING SYSTEM )
  5. INSTALL NO. 2 CYLINDER HEAD COVER  (See INSTALLATION )
  6. PERFORM INITIALIZATION 
    NOTE: Perform the following procedure after replacing the ECM, throttle body assembly or any throttle body components. The following procedure should also be performed if the throttle body is cleaned.
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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.