Hi all, I have been part of this group for a while but havn't had time to read it lately. But my wife and I happily own a 2003 XRS Matrix 6speed (Luna) for 2.5...
... 6speed ... with ... Southern ... to ... is ... before ... John, I also have a '03 XRS 6-spd (but not your issues). If I understand you correctly, the...
... Even if you are not interested in where/how the flap moves !!! - I IMPLORE ALL OF YOU - !!! to check/service the cabin air filter. I did mine last week....
Sounds like the clutch is slipping. Probably not adjustable. Tech talk time. When the engine pushes hard, the clutch has to transmit that torque to the...
... Yeah this is what it feels like and that the mechanic said the clutch was wornout. As for replacement I will look into it but since it is already at the...
... Thanks for the lesson, I like learning more about my cars as I know little. The mech said the clutch was worn out too. So were getting it replaced, but...
Mine was acting same and first they thought it was transmission, but then turned out the cat had gone bad (sour) and was clogged. They replaced it under...
... http://www.ftimes.com/main.asp?SectionID=1&SubSectionID=1&ArticleID=25297&TM=48778.92 ... That would be worth it. Fold down the back seats and load up the...
... understand ... doesn't ... Seems ... to ... clutch ... John, You should be able to get a TRD (Toyota Racing & Development) replacement clutch/pressure...
You got it Dave...and I am not asking Toyota to make a 300hp Subaru slaying Matrix...I was just using them for an example that Toyota's 'too much torque on the...
... Thanks for the info but Why would it preclude having to replace it again? Better quality? John ===== <>< Proverbs 3:5 "Trust in the Lord with all your...
FYI, the stock wheels on a Matrix are el-cheapo steel rims with plastic wheel caps, there are so cheaply made they don't even bolt into the tire, they are just...
It looks definitely a design trend, just like the Scion and Matrix. I noticed they avoid showing the trunk space in the Verso, which in the Scion is really...
If any of you decide to upgrade your clutch to a TRD unit. Get the Japanese made TRD clutch as opposed to the USA TRD clutch. Celica owners (who share the same...
John, if you plan on keeping the car for the long haul, do yourself a big favor and don't replace it simply w/ another OEM clutch. The OEM clutch has plagued...
... a big favor and don't replace it simply w/ another OEM clutch. The OEM clutch has plagued MANY 03 XRS owners (present company included...failed approx....
The dealer was willing to install it but their labor rates are insane. They quoted me about $700CAD. I saved myself $400CAD and had it done at a local...
... Thats cool. We just ended up getting it fixed at the dealer since it is our main car and we needed it back, so we didn't have time to look for another ...
Here are my latest fuel economy records on my 11 mile back-road 35-45 MPH low-traffic commute in New England. This is in miles per US gallon. Hopefully...
well carl it could be worse my 2 vehicles are an 89 chevy truck and a 2002 sequoia both V8's - the sequoia gets 17 and the chevy gets 13 and of course i drive...
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I'm confused. The wiring schematic in the "drldisable.pdf" guide seems to indicate pin 12 as incoming battery power on the D2 DRL relay connector (page 1). ...
I don't really care about the lights always being on. A lot of drivers out there need as much help as possible being able to see the other cars, too many other...
If I'm reading the page from the electrical repair manual right, pin 12 on the DRL Relay is 12 V when the ignition is on, 0 V when the ignition is off. So...