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.
2011 Toyota Matrix Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Problem Symptoms Table
HINT:
- Use the table below to help determine the cause of problem symptoms. If multiple suspected areas are listed, the potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order of probability in the "Suspected Area" column of the table. Check each symptom by checking the suspected areas in the order they are listed. Replace parts as necessary.
- Inspect the fuses and relays related to this system before inspecting the suspected areas below.
POWER WINDOW CONTROL SYSTEM
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Remote Up / Down Function does not Operate | Power window master switch | Refer to Remote Up / Down Function does not Operate |
| Power window switch (applicable location) | - | |
| Wire harness or connector | - | |
| Driver Side Power Window does not Operate with Power Window Master Switch | Power window master switch | Refer to Driver Side Power Window does not Operate with Power Window Master Switch |
| Power window regulator motor assembly (driver side) | - | |
| Wire harness or connector | - | |
| Front Passenger Side Power Window does not Operate with Front Passenger Side Power Window Switch | Power window switch (front passenger side) | Refer to Front Passenger Side Power Window does not Operate with Front Passenger Side Power Window Switch |
| Power window regulator motor assembly (front passenger side) | - | |
| Power window master switch | - | |
| Wire harness or connector | - | |
| Rear Power Window LH does not Operate with Rear Power Window Switch LH | Power window switch (rear LH side) | Refer to Rear Power Window LH does not Operate with Rear Power Window Switch LH |
| Power window regulator motor assembly (rear LH side) | - | |
| Power window master switch | - | |
| Wire harness or connector | - | |
| Rear Power Window RH does not Operate with Rear Power Window Switch RH | Power window switch (rear RH side) | Refer to Rear Power Window RH does not Operate with Rear Power Window Switch RH |
| Power window regulator motor assembly (rear RH side) | - | |
| Power window master switch | - | |
| Wire harness or connector | - | |
| Power Windows do not Operate at All | Main body ECU (instrument panel junction block) | Refer to Power Windows do not Operate at All |
| Power window master switch | - | |
| Wire harness or connector | - | |
| Key-off Operation Function Operates even if Operating Conditions are not Satisfied | Main body ECU (instrument panel junction block) | Refer to Key-off Operation Function Operates even if Operating Conditions are not Satisfied |
| Front door courtesy light switch assembly (driver side) | - | |
| Wire harness or connector | - |
Factory Service Tools
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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.