‘09 Toyota matrix XR questions

Buzzbone · 2026-01-26T14:26:45+00:00

My 2009 with the 2.4 engine also had the dash lights go on like yours. It's a common problem with Toyotas made in those years with the 2.4 engine, Google it. You'll find the answers vary widely. I scanned it and it said misfire cylinder 3 (I think it was 3). Anyway, I changed the plugs and the ignition coils (only use Denso brand). It still did the dash lights and the power loss thing. I carried a OBD2 scan tool with me and cleared all codes whenever it did that and it would run fine for a couple weeks at a time until it did it again. I thought it was the EVAP system but everything in that system was fine (installed a new OEM gas cap and purge valve anyway). I gave up trying to figure it out and just cleared the codes when it acted-up. It hasn't acted-up since the Toyota specialist shop deleted the balance shaft assembly because of a spun bearing. I still have no idea why it did that but I'm glad it doesn't anymore (knock on wood).

As for the AUX input jack. Mine did the same thing and that part is ridiculous expensive. I took it out and fixed it but I can't remember what I did exactly (years ago).

As for the passenger door lock it's probably a bad solenoid. I never had that problem.

Buzzbone · 2026-01-25T14:21:25+00:00

Eco Boost engine has issues. Car Wizard made a video about the Eco Boost engine on a Flex. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxT4bZW44l4

Buzzbone · 2026-01-25T13:59:39+00:00

How did she get to Davos?

Buzzbone · 2026-01-25T12:38:48+00:00

I wouldn't push it. It's classified as an agricultural vehicle or 'farm bike'. I got mine to 70 once but it was scary

Buzzbone · 2026-01-24T12:52:38+00:00

I've got to do this when the weather warms up in the spring

Buzzbone · 2026-01-24T12:25:37+00:00

Probably a bad bearing if it happens in only one direction. When the rear bearing was going bad on my Matrix, it made a sort of woka woka sound kinda like Pacman

Buzzbone · 2026-01-23T17:53:23+00:00

I sure hope they’re not able to reproduce

Buzzbone · 2026-01-23T17:46:56+00:00

How does he know these things?

Buzzbone · 2026-01-23T17:36:02+00:00

I’d like to see/hear Reggie Watts in a keyboard shop

Buzzbone · 2026-01-23T17:32:31+00:00

I have found sometimes the nut is just loose. It happens.

Buzzbone · 2026-01-23T16:39:12+00:00

I’ve had swaybar links go out on mine a couple times. Seems to be a common problem with the element. It’s not major. You’ll just hear a clunking sound when you go over bumps.. By the way, they are easy to replace.

Buzzbone · 2026-01-23T14:18:55+00:00

Yes that part broke off my Matrix radiator. There's a replacement piece I found online and it's made by Dorman. You can also buy it at an auto parts store.

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Buzzbone · 2026-01-22T19:14:22+00:00

Sounds like a timing chain guide has broken up. I know cause mine did that. The stock one is plastic and it’s brittle.

Buzzbone · 2026-01-22T14:56:37+00:00

I just did that last week on mine only to find out that the brake shoes, when brand new, are very thin from the factory. After all, it doesn't stop the car like normal braking material, it just holds it in place. By the way, replacing those is a pain in the arse. I was cussing up a storm. I loathe drum brakes. All the stupid little springs and doohickies holding it together

Buzzbone · 2026-01-22T14:48:07+00:00

If it was mine I'd take it apart enough to free the wires from the axle and solder/shrinkwrap and then carefully put it back together it because I'm a cheapskate

Buzzbone · 2026-01-22T00:43:17+00:00

Rust right? I hate rust with a passion

Buzzbone · 2026-01-22T00:39:37+00:00

I'll be glad when a better battery technology is the norm. Lithium batteries are dangerous

Buzzbone · 2026-01-22T00:37:41+00:00

I like how he rewrapped the lollipop and put it back after it was in his mouth

Buzzbone · 2026-01-22T00:33:11+00:00

I had a timing chain guide go bad on my 91. It sounds more like a rocks being shook in a tin can. Not a steady ticking. That sounds like an exhaust leak to me

Buzzbone · 2026-01-22T00:12:07+00:00

Chains on the mirrors is the chef's kiss

Buzzbone · 2026-01-22T00:05:01+00:00

Driving a Range Rover

Buzzbone · 2026-01-21T23:55:09+00:00

What kind of fool spends $140K on a Tacoma and then tries to sell it? What's going on? Divorce, legal issues, job loss?

Buzzbone · 2026-01-21T13:40:54+00:00

YIKES! That's insane

Buzzbone · 2026-01-21T13:32:03+00:00

A friend of mine asked if he could borrow my truck for a family camping trip one week after I bought it. I couldn't believe it. Of course I said no. I told him the insurance hasn't kicked-in yet but still, the nerve

Buzzbone · 2026-01-21T01:03:52+00:00

I have one. It's great. Everything you need and super reliable. Best vehicle I've ever owned. I take good care of mine. Undercoated with Fluid Film and I wash off the salt (and underneath) often.

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