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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2010MATRIX AWD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRELAYS AND MODULESRELAYS AND MODULES - POWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTRELAYS AND MODULES - COMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSENGINE CONTROL MODULETESTING AND INSPECTIONPROGRAMMING AND RELEARNING
2010 Toyota Matrix AWD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)
Programming and Relearning
2010 Toyota Matrix AWD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)SECTION Programming and Relearning
2AZ-FE ENGINE CONTROL: SFI SYSTEM: REGISTRATION
NOTICE:
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) must be input into a replacement ECM.
HINT
The VIN is a 17-digit alphanumeric vehicle identification number. The Techstream is required to register the VIN.
1. DESCRIPTION
HINT
This registration section consists of two parts: Read VIN and Write VIN.
(a) Read VIN: This process allows the VIN stored in the ECM to be read in order to confirm that the two VINs, provided with the vehicle and stored in the vehicle's ECM, are the same.
(b) Write VIN: This process allows the VIN to be input into the ECM. If the ECM is changed, or the ECM VIN and vehicle VIN do not match, the VIN can be registered, or overwritten in the ECM by following procedure.
2. READ VIN
(a) Confirm the vehicle VIN.
(b) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(c) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(d) Turn the Techstream on.
(e) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Utility / VIN / VIN Read.
3. WRITE VIN
(a) Confirm the vehicle VIN.
(b) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(c) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(d) Turn the Techstream on.
(e) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Utility / VIN / VIN Write.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.