What did you do to your 2003-2008 Corolla, Matrix, or Vibe today?
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View Article07 manual 5 speed issues
Clutch was slipping, had it replaced. 3-4 months later, 1st, 2nd and 3rd gears were hard to shift. Sticking, had to give it some muscle to change gears. Mechanic said transmission needed to be...
View ArticleBoosting an AWD matrix?
I know the AWD matrix isn't known for being particularly robust... can it handle adding a turbo?
View ArticleMatrix 2007 base model bad engine rattle
Hi all, Owner of a 2007 Toyota Matrix base model here (~170000k). Have owned the car for roughly a year now, and have been trying to fix things myself. I've been hearing a rattling noise over the last...
View ArticleWhere can I get the things that go on top of the front and rear struts??
I think they're called tophats or something. The ones on my car need replacing at least in the front, maybe the rears as well. I can't find anywhere that has just the tops. If any of you know where I...
View Article2004 Matrix Clutch/pilot bearing noise
Hey everyone, I got a 2004 matrix about a month ago. At idle you can hear noise coming from the pilot bearing (bearing in the flywheel). I know the sound because I've had older hondas and Acuras with...
View ArticleMatrix XR 'jumps' around on roads
I recently purchased a 2004 Matrix XR (AWD). Only 118K miles and runs great. But when driving over small bumps or normal asphalt repairs on roads, the car seems to slide or jump sideways in the rear....
View ArticleCorolla s 2004
I have a corolla 2004 s. I have a humming or whining is hard too describe can’t seem to figure it out. Did the bearings did the transmission which needed it anyway bc of torque converter new tires all...
View Article2004-2005 Matrix XRS engine swap ?
Hello, I just blew the engine on my 04 XRS... not really sure what happened. 10 days after an oil change at a local shop, the engine starts knocking on my way home from work - 50 miles. Ended up...
View ArticleJust bought a '03 Matrix XRS with 84k miles, have a couple issues
Hey guys, just bought a Matrix XRS. It drives perfectly and has plenty of power, basically everything is good to go, well, everything except the ABS light and brake light is on. I scanned it and it...
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2ZZ-GE - Engine oil leak
Hello to all the 2ZZ-GE experts here. I got a small oil leak on my Corolla TS, near the timing chain cover and the tensionner, which is also near the engine block. My local dealership looked at it for...
View ArticleWhere does subframe bump stop go?
I needed to detach the steering rack and pinion to remove the inner tie rod. Putting the parts back together and i cant figure out where the front subframe stop goes back. I was unable find a parts...
View ArticleP0420 Code (Catalytic Converter)
Hey, Guys. This code has been on for months. Tried lacquer thinner, Cataclean, Lucas, etc - sometimes the light goes out for a day, but inevitably comes right back on. Do you think I should try...
View ArticleWhat kind of all-season tires are you using?
Hi all, I drive an 06 Corolla and I'm in the market for some new tires. I live in Colorado so the weather fluctuates a lot. It might be snowing for a day or two in January but the day after it is all...
View ArticleTechStream: How do I activate evap test with smoke machine?
How can I perform an evap test using TechStream while using a smoke machine? I have a homemade smoke machine and TechStream, but I have no experience with TechStream. I don't see an evap test function,...
View ArticleDistinct humming noise in cabin when driving around 70 mph; audio included
The noise occurred while there was a CEL (check engine light). Went ahead and replaced knock sensor with a $60 identical unit, and CEL hasn't come back after 50+ miles/4+ hours of cumulative driving...
View Article2003 Corolla evap smoke test, but no leak! 0442 code
Hey everyone - I need some help smoke testing a p0442 leak in the evap system of my 2003 Corolla (230,000 miles). I can't find any leaks and wondering if I'm missing something. This is my first time...
View ArticlePS fluid leaking near inner tie rod boot, time to replace rack and pinoin?
To change the inner tie rod, I removed the rack and pinion completely from the vehicle, which also required removing the subframe, to get better leverage on removing the lock nut. I later found out...
View Article2005 corolla S noticed some oil residue big issue or no?
I recently did an oil change ( 99% I do 5k miles on oil/tire rotations) and I then just look at everything, brakes, leaks, belt normal kind of stuff. I noticed I had a decent amount of oil residue...
View Article2005 Corolla S crank no start
Help! 2005 Corolla S crank no start. No spark. Here’s what I’ve done. -Replaced crank sensor and cam sensor -Checked all fuses and relay in fuse box in engine compartment -Called Toyota dealer, they...
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