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General Maintenance

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Toyota Matrix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

HINT: 

Perform these procedures after the engine has cooled down.

  1. INSPECT DRIVE BELT 
    Type See Procedure
    2ZR-FE Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION - Step 1
    2AZ-FE Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION - Step 1
  2. REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER 
    Type See Procedure
    2ZR-FE Refer to REPLACEMENT
    2AZ-FE Refer to REPLACEMENT
  3. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT 
    Type See Procedure
    2ZR-FE Refer to REPLACEMENT
    2AZ-FE Refer to REPLACEMENT
  4. INSPECT EXHAUST PIPES AND MOUNTINGS 
    1. Visually check the pipes, hangers and connections for severe corrosion, leaks or damage.
  5. REPLACE SPARK PLUGS 
    Type See Procedure
    2ZR-FE Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION - Step 5
    2AZ-FE Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION - Step 5
  6. INSPECT BATTERY 
    Type See Procedure
    2ZR-FE Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION - Step 1
    2AZ-FE Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION - Step 1
  7. INSPECT AIR CLEANER FILTER 
    Type See Procedure
    2ZR-FE Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION - Step 4
    2AZ-FE Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION - Step 4
  8. INSPECT FUEL TANK CAP GASKET 
    Type See Procedure
    2ZR-FE Refer to INSPECTION - Step 1
    2AZ-FE Refer to INSPECTION - Step 1
  9. INSPECT FUEL LINES AND CONNECTIONS AND FUEL TANK VAPOR VENT SYSTEM HOSES AND FUEL TANK BANDS 
    1. Visually check the fuel lines for cracks, leaks, loose connections, deformation or tank band looseness.
  10. INSPECT CHARCOAL CANISTER 
    Type See Procedure
    2ZR-FE Refer to INSPECTION - Step 1
    2AZ-FE (for 2WD) Refer to INSPECTION - Step 1
    2AZ-FE (for 4WD) Refer to INSPECTION - Step 1
  11. INSPECT VALVE CLEARANCE 
    Type See Procedure
    2AZ-FE Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION