Filed Under (Toyota) by admin on 15-10-2009
TOYOTA MATRIX The all-new Toyota Matrix comes in three trim levels: Matrix, Matrix S, and Matrix XRS. Aerodynamic multi-reflector halogen headlamps with Daytime Running Lights (DRL), color-keyed door handles, side rocker panels and power outside mirrors, 4-way adjustable front seats with fold-flat passenger seat, 60/40 split fold-down rear bench seat, driver’s seat vertical height adjuster, auxiliary audio jack, Heavy-duty rear window defogger, oil (or scheduled maintenance) indicator light are standards across all trim levels. With five doors, loads of cargo space, multiple interior configurations and available all wheel drive (AWD), Matrix is whatever you want it to be
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Filed Under (Toyota) by admin on 16-04-2010
Tags: 2005 toyota matrix,
body shop,
double sided tape,
down position,
glass area,
glass window,
lh side,
shop towels,
technical information,
Toyota,
wind noise
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customers may experience wind noise from the front or rear door glass area. The window run has been improved to resolve this condition Refer to steps 1 – 6 in the Technical Information System (TIS): 2003, 2004, or 2005model year Matrix Repair Manual: Engine Hood/Door: Front Door: Overhaul. NOTE: Use the same procedure for the LH side as the RH side.
1. Place the window in the down position. 2. Remove the window run. Completely remove the double-sided tape remaining on the frame. 3. Thoroughly clean the door frame using a white body shop towel and Kentt Acrysol.
NOTE:
Do NOT use red shop towels. These towels contain silicone. 4. Install the door glass window run. A. Position the glass run at the No. 2 and No. 3 corners of the door frame and then attach the middle part of the run. B. Insert the glass run into the window run channels
Filed Under (Toyota) by admin on 30-01-2011
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This installation manual shows an example of an installation on a Toyota Tacoma; however, the installation may vary for your vehicle, so it may be necessary to consult the Toyota service manual for specific instructions for your year model. Tools Needed: 10mm nut driver or socket, #1 Phillips screwdriver, and Trim Removal Tools (Optional) Be advised: These instructions may not include specifics for all vehicle configurations. 1. Set Parking brake and adjust steering wheel to various settings to facilitate removing the Instrument panel. 2. Partially remove the driver’s side kick panel. a. Using your hands, gently pull straight back on the kick panel. There are 2 release clips; one is shown below. The other clip is directly below the one shown. 3. Remove the coin tray. a. There are 4 clips that hold the tray in place. Gently pull straight out from the dash to remove the tray 4. Remove the driver’s side, lower instrument panel. a. Using a 10mm socket, remove the two bolts shown in the following photos. b. It’s not necessary, but it makes room to pull the door seal out and away from the instrument panel. This allows room to get your fingers or trim removal tool behind the panels. c. Starting on the lower left-hand side, gently separate the lower instrument panel by pulling straight out from the dash. i. When it’s completely separated, lower it to the floorboard. d. Remove the Instrument Panel bezel. i. Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws shown in the photo below. Note: make sure that good contact between the screwdriver and screw is made to ensure that the head is not stripped.
Filed Under (Toyota) by admin on 04-06-2011
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Some customers may complain about a “squeak” or “creak” noise when depressing or releasing the clutch pedal. The clutch master cylinder clevis assembly has been improved to eliminate this condition. Repair Procedure 1. Record all radio presets before starting. 2. Disconnect the negative (–) battery terminal cable. 3. Remove the clutch pedal sub–assembly. A. Remove the front door opening trim LH (scuff plate). B. Remove the cowl side trim board. C. Remove the instrument panel finish panel lower No. 1. D. Remove the driver’s side Junction Block. E. Remove the turnover (compression) spring. F. Remove the bolt attached to the instrument panel reinforcement assembly. G. Remove the clutch pedal sub–assembly. a. Remove the bolt and nut. b. Remove the clutch pedal from the clutch pedal support. 4. Remove the clutch pedal spring holder from the clutch pedal support. 5. Remove the clutch pedal pad. 6. Remove the two (2) clutch pedal bushes from the clutch pedal. 7. Remove the clutch pedal shaft collar. 8. Using needle–nose pliers, remove the No. 1 cushion from the clutch pedal. 9. Install the clutch pedal No. 1 cushion on the NEW clutch pedal sub–assembly. NOTE: Install parts on the NEW clutch pedal sub–assembly BEFORE installing in the vehicle. 10. Install the clutch pedal shaft collar. A. Apply MP grease to the clutch pedal shaft collar. B. Install the clutch pedal shaft collar onto the clutch pedal. 11. Install the clutch pedal bushes. A. Apply MP grease to the two (2) NEW bushes. B. Install the two (2) bushes onto the clutch pedal. 12. Install the clutch pedal pad. 13. Install the clutch pedal spring holder. A. Apply MP grease to the contact surface of the clutch pedal spring holder. B. Install the clutch pedal spring holder. 14. Remove the clevis sub–assembly. A. Measure length “A” of the clutch master cylinder. a. Measure length “A” between the lock nut and the thread end with a ruler. b. Record length “A”. B. Remove the clevis sub–assembly from the master cylinder. a. Loosen the lock nut. b. Rotate and remove the clevis sub–assembly. 15. Install the NEW clevis sub–assembly. A. Rotate the lock nut to match length “A”. B. Rotate and install the NEW clevis sub–assembly to contact the lock nut. C. Tighten the lock nut and torque to specification. Torque: 11.8 NSm (120 kgfScm, 8.7 ftSlbf) D. Apply MP grease to the ball end of the clevis sub–assembly where it will contact the clutch pedal. 16. Install the NEW clutch pedal sub–assembly. A. Install the clutch pedal onto the clutch support with the bolt and nut. Torque: 34 NSm (347 kgfScm, 25 ftSlbf) HINT: Install the bolt from the left side of the vehicle. B. Apply MP grease to the clutch pedal sub–assembly where the clevis sub–assembly contacts the clutch pedal. NOTE: Failure to apply grease to the clevis and clutch pedal sub–assemblies could cause the noise to return. C. Tighten the bolt to the instrument panel reinforcement assembly. Torque: 8 NSm (82 kgfScm, 6 ftSlbf) 17. Install the turnover (compression) spring. A. Apply MP grease to the contact surface of the spring holder, clutch pedal, and spring. B. Install the spring onto the clutch pedal and spring holder.
Filed Under (Toyota) by admin on 09-05-2011
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Introduction Some 2009 model year Venza vehicles may experience a condition where the front or rear door panel trim delaminates. Improved door panels have been developed to correct this condition. Figure 1. Repair Procedure Front Door 1. Disconnect the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Using a molding remover, disengage the 3 claws and remove the front door inside handle bezel plug. 3. Remove the power window regulator master switch assembly with front door armrest base panel (for Driver Side). A. Using a molding remover, disengage the 2 clips and 4 claws. B. Disconnect the connector and remove the power window regulator master switch assembly with front door armrest base panel. 4. Remove the power window regulator switch assembly with front door armrest base panel (for passenger side). A. Using a molding remover, disengage the 2 clips and 4 claws. B. Disconnect the connector and remove the power window regulator switch assembly with front door armrest base panel. 5. Remove the courtesy light assembly. A. Using a plastic pry tool, disengage the claw. B. Disconnect the connector and remove the courtesy light assembly. 6. Remove the front door trim board sub-assembly. A. Remove the 2 screws. B. Using a clip remover, disengage the 10 clips. C. Pull out the front door trim board sub-assembly in the direction indicated by the arrow as shown in the illustration. D. Raise the front door trim board sub-assembly and remove the front door trim board sub-assembly together with the front door inner glass weatherstrip.