The EPA estimated gas mileage for the 2009 Matrix with manual transmission is 26/32 MPG for the Base Model (1.8L), and 21/28 MPG for the S and XRS Models...
A car with a larger engine typically does get poorer fuel economy than an identical car with a smaller engine, even if they are driven the same way. This is...
I was reading recently on this list (I think) Matrix owners talking about the drivers window trim needing replacement and I was wondering if I should be...
There is a recall on this. Get it done or your window will shatter - it did to me. It is SSC80A ________________________________ From: MKL <mkl18@...> ...
I have been warned with other vehicles not to leave CD's in the dash player when not in use, in particular after the vehicle has been driven and the hot engine...
Yea, I have to admit that in order to get a car when I needed it rather than having to wait (I didn't have a working vehicle and rental was getting expensive)...
I am looking to buy a CUV or Compact Wagon for around town use, and the Matrix fits the bill. I may give up the better economy of the Base Model for...
I thought they stopped making the XRS like two years after I got mine? Anyway, I run on 17" wheels and the ride is smooth. I wouldn't dare go lower because of...
Well I haven't been here for a while but I still get great mileage on my 94 mile round trip commute to work and back. Two tanks ago I got 43 mpg not speeding...
What kind of a bike do you have? Did you use a motorcycle trailer or just a general purpose one? I sold my truck and was thinking of a motorcycle trailer to...
always good to hear. I have sticky new tires and gas I get on the i95 often has ethanol. WHen I get the Ethanol gas my mpg drops to 30mpg, on regular 36 mpg....
I think those new matrix EPA listing represents a different way EPA estimates MPG, they are downgraded. The engine is quite similar to the older model...
Yes I have. Depending on how hot it gets and what brand CD-R you use, you can get drop outs to making a disc unplayable. The same goes too for leaving CD-R...
I do the same. For the front, when I think I'm too close to hitting the front against something, I look out the driver window to the edge of the bumper and ...
I just use the braille method! If the surface you are coming close to isn't rough and you aren't on a hill (which makes control hard), just go slowly until...
Based on Tio's experience, I also purchased a small trailer and hitch for my '04 XRS last year. I have toted my '78 Honda CB550K on it (about 435 lb), as well...
I also suspect an inconsistency in EPA ratings across various vehicles. I think I have seen some Ford SUV's with EPA gas mileage numbers similar to the Toyota...
The two Matrix engines are very different. The standard one is 1.8 liters, as the old standard engine was, while the XRS has the 2.4 engine that normally is...
I recently got my oil changed and the lube tech guy said I need to replace my transmission fluid because it was dirty. So I decided not do it there, but to...
i was also advice to change my transmission fluid but when i check i do not need it until 70K miles.there was no filter that i know needed to be replace except...
i was also adviced to change my transmission fluid but when i check i do not need it until 70K miles.there was no filter that i know needed to be replace...
The transmission fluid that is recommended is Toyota only part. It costs over $6 a quart at the toyota dealer. I have seen in the car parts stores that there...
Roger, Â I spoke with another mechanic and he said there is a transmission filter. I did some research on the internet and some places call it a filter and...
Yes, there is a transmission filter, just about every fluid (except coolant) goes through a filter. It's about $20 at your local parts shop and well worth the...
Simon, Yes, there is a "filter cartridge" in the transmission. The internals of the cartridge is a brass screen with a mesh the size slightly smaller than...
Hey Group,  Just want to update everyone on the transmission situation.  I brought the car into a mechanic and he helped me replace the filter/cartridge,...
I realize I'm jumping in late on this discussion... could someone please let me know at what mileage this is recommended? Thanks! ... From: "Simon Ma"...
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