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, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Section 7 (Engine Control System (2AZ-FE)): ECM: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- INSTALL ECM
- Install the 2 ECM brackets onto the ECM with the 4 screws.
- Install the ECM with the 3 bolts.
Torque: 8.0 N*m (82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf)
- Connect the 2 ECM connectors.
- Connect the 2 ECM connectors and lower the 2 levers.NOTE:
- When connecting the connectors, make sure that dirt, water or other foreign matter does not get caught between the connectors and other parts.
- Make sure that the 2 levers are securely locked.
- Connect the 2 ECM connectors and lower the 2 levers.
- Install the wire harness clamp.
- INSTALL AIR CLEANER CASE (See INSTALLATION )
- INSTALL AIR CLEANER CAP SUB-ASSEMBLY WITH HOSE (See INSTALLATION )
- INSTALL NO. 1 ENGINE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (See INSTALLATION )
- CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
- PERFORM INITIALIZATION
HINT:
Initialization cannot be completed by only removing the cable from the battery.
- Perform Reset Memory (AT initialization) when replacing the ECM. (for Automatic Transaxle)
HINT:
- See INITIALIZATION (for U250E)
- See INITIALIZATION (for U140F)
- Perform Registration (VIN registration) when replacing the ECM (See REGISTRATION ).
- Perform Reset Memory (AT initialization) when replacing the ECM. (for Automatic Transaxle)
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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.
