2012 Toyota Matrix Base, Standard TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

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Different variant/trim Section 1 (Engine Control System (2AZ-FE) (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 2 (Automatic Transmission (U140F) (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 3 (Automatic Transmission (U250E) (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 4 (Automatic Transmission (U341E) (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 5 (Vehicle Stability Control System (2AZ-FE) (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 6 (Engine Mechanical (2AZ-FE) (Service Specifications)) Section 7 (Fuel System (2AZ-FE) (Service Specifications)) Section 8 (Cooling System (2AZ-FE) (Service Specifications)) Section 9 (Starting System (2AZ-FE) (Service Specifications)) Section 10 (Charging System (2AZ-FE) (Service Specifications)) Section 11 (Manual Transmission (E351) (Service Information)) Section 12 (Automatic Transmission (U341E) (Service Information)) Section 13 (Automatic Transmission (U250E) (Service Information)) Section 14 (Automatic Transmission (U140F) (Service Information)) Section 15 (Engine Mechanical (2AZ-FE) (Service Information)) Section 16 (Lubrication System (2AZ-FE) (Service Information)) Section 17 (Charging System (2AZ-FE) (Diagnostics & Symptom Tests)) Section 18 (Emission Control System (2AZ-FE) (Service Information)) Section 19 (Engine Control System (2AZ-FE) (Diagnostic Codes (P0010 - P0456)) Section 20 (Engine Control System (2AZ-FE) (Diagnostic Codes (P0500 - P2610) & Circuit Tests)) Section 21 (Starting System (2AZ-FE) (Service Information)) Section 22 (Engine Control System (2AZ-FE) (Service Information)) Section 23 (Ignition System (2AZ-FE) (Inspection)) Section 24 (Fuel System (2AZ-FE) (Service Information)) Section 25 (Intake System (2AZ-FE) (Inspection)) Section 26 (Fuel System (2AZ-FE) (Inspection)) Section 27 (Intake System / Exhaust System (2AZ-FE) (Service Information)) Section 28 (Emission Control System (2AZ-FE) (Inspection)) Section 29 (Cooling System (2AZ-FE) (Inspection)) Section 30 (Lubrication System (2AZ-FE) (Inspection)) Section 31 (Transfer Case (Service Information)) Section 32 (Cooling Fan System (2AZ-FE) (Diagnostics & Circuit Tests)) Section 33 (Starting System (2AZ-FE) (Inspection)) Section 34 (Automatic Transmission (U341E) (Diagnostic Codes)) Section 35 (Automatic Transmission (U250E) (Diagnostic Codes) & Circuit Tests)) Section 36 (Automatic Transmission (U140F) (Diagnostic Codes)) Section 37 (M/T Clutch (E351) (Inspection)) Section 38 (Active Torque Control 4WD System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 39 (Active Torque Control 4WD System (Diagnostic Codes & Symptom Tests)) Section 40 (Vehicle Stability Control System (2AZ-FE) (Diagnostic Codes & Symptom Tests)) Different car Section 1 (Introduction) Section 2 (Steering Column (Service Information)) Section 3 (Supplemental Restraint System (Service Information)) Section 4 (Seat Belt (Service Information)) Section 5 (Steering Lock System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 6 (Engine Control System (2ZR-FE) (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 7 (Engine Immobilizer System (W/Smart Key) (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 8 (Engine Immobilizer System (W/O Smart Key) (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 9 (Automatic Transmission (U341E) (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 10 (Tire Pressure Warning System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 11 (Vehicle Stability Control System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 12 (Power Steering (2ZR-FE) (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 13 (Wireless Door Lock Control System (W/O Smart Key) (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 14 (Occupant Classification System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 15 (Sliding Roof (Diagnostics & Circuit Tests)) Section 16 (Standard Bolt (General Information)) Section 17 (Automatic Transmission (U341E) (Service Specifications)) Section 18 (Maintenance) Section 19 (Steering System (Inspection)) Section 20 (Brake System (Hydraulic) (Service Information)) Section 21 (Parking Brake (Inspection)) Section 22 (Automatic Transmission (U341E) (Service Information)) Section 23 (Engine Mechanical (2ZR-FE) (Service Information)) Section 24 (Lubrication System (2ZR-FE) (Service Information)) Section 25 (Cooling System (2ZR-FE) (Service Information)) Section 26 (Ignition System (2ZR-FE) (Inspection)) Section 27 (Charging System (2ZR-FE) (Diagnostics & Symptom Tests)) Section 28 (Charging System (2AZ-FE) (Diagnostics & Symptom Tests)) Section 29 (Emission Control System (2ZR-FE) (Service Information)) Section 30 (Brake System (Front) (Service Information)) Section 31 (Brake System (Rear) (Service Information)) Section 32 (Wheel Alignment (Inspection & Adjustment)) Section 33 (Tire & Wheel (Inspection)) Section 34 (Air Conditioning System (For Manual A/C) (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 35 (Meter / Gauge / Display (Diagnostic Codes & Circuit Tests)) Section 36 (Lighting System (Exterior) (Service Information)) Section 37 (Meter / Gauge / Display (Service Information)) Section 38 (Wiper System & Washer System (Service Information)) Section 39 (Front Suspension (Service Information)) Section 40 (Engine Control System (2ZR-FE) (Diagnostic Codes (P1604 - P2A00) & Circuit Tests)) Section 41 (Starting System (2ZR-FE) (Service Information)) Section 42 (Engine Control System (2ZR-FE) (Diagnostic Codes (P0010-P0420)) Section 43 (Engine Control System (2ZR-FE) (Service Information)) Section 44 (Fuel System (2ZR-FE) (Service Information)) Section 45 (Intake System (2ZR-FE) (Inspection)) Section 46 (Air Conditioning System (For Automatic A/C) (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 47 (Engine Control System (2ZR-FE) (Diagnostic Codes (P043E-P1605)) Section 48 (Cooling System (2ZR-FE) (Inspection)) Section 49 (Fuel System (2ZR-FE) (Inspection)) Section 50 (Exhaust System (2ZR-FE) (Service Information)) Section 51 (Emission Control System (2ZR-FE) (Inspection)) Section 52 (Smart Key System (Keyless Entry) (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 53 (Steering Gear / Linkage (Service Information)) Section 54 (Drive Axle Shaft (Service Information)) Section 55 (Air Conditioning System (Service Information)) Section 56 (Anti-Lock Brake System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 57 (Lubrication System (2ZR-FE) (Inspection)) Section 58 (Charging System (2ZR-FE) (Service Information)) Section 59 (Manual Transaxle (C59) (Service Information)) Section 60 (Seat (Service Information)) Section 61 (Can Communication System (Diagnostic Codes & Circuit Tests)) Section 62 (Exterior Panels / Trim (Service Information)) Section 63 ((Door / Hatch) (Service Information)) Section 64 (Cooling Fan System (2ZR-FE) (Inspection)) Section 65 (Can Communication System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 66 (Supplemental Restraint System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 67 (Interior Panels / Trim (Service Information)) Section 68 (Cruise Control System (Inspection)) Section 69 (Cruise Control System (Diagnostic Codes & Circuit Tests)) Section 70 (Meter / Gauge / Display (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 71 (Automatic Transmission (U341E) (Diagnostic Codes)) Section 72 (Cruise Control System (Service Information)) Section 73 (Axle Hub & Steering Knuckle (Service Information)) Section 74 (Parking Brake System (Service Information)) Section 75 (Brake Control System (Service Information)) Section 76 (Vehicle Stability Control System (Diagnostic Codes & Symptom Tests)) Section 77 (Tire Pressure Warning System (Service Information)) Section 78 (Tire Pressure Warning System (Diagnostic Codes & Circuit Tests)

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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.

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