XR2003
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Tires need to be balanced and alignment.
Also brake rotors need to be turned or replaced.
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Southern California actually has mountains with snow - so that MIGHT be why they had them.
But I agree with what was posted.
Still - those rubber mats can be bought from a local auto store- but again I still see no reason to put a 2nd set of floor mats (carpet or rubber/all-weather) mats on top of a another set.
Purpose is to what?
Keep the bottom one's clean?
People just lack some common sense some times. Just cut some holes for the 2nd set of floor mats to the floor mat anchor to avoid this issue - but sometimes it takes a tragedy to happen before people wake up from their nap of ignorance.
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I read about that. It seems people have been putting another floor mat on top of the ones that were bought with the vehicle.
I know the Toyota floor mats are nice - but I see no need to place another floor mat on top.
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Looks great. Are you noticing any performance differences?
AEM SRI - same performance as the TRD CAI - much easier to clean the filter when the time comes.
TRD FSB is stiffer than the DC FSB - turns are smoother.
HIDs - see much better @ night as compared to the SilverStar Ultras I was using. I will never go back to halogen bulbs.
oil catch can - I hope it keeps the intake manifold, IACV and throttle body clean.
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just thought I would update this a little:
AEM SRI:
oil catch can:
oil in can after about 3 months of install:
TRD front strut bar:
and lastly HIDs in the lows and fogs:
I switched the Nokya artic white turn signal bulbs to Silverstar turn signals as with HIDs - no one can see the white turn signals anymore - wink.gif
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the OEM fogs would be the best fit & function on your Matrix.
Aftermarket brands are usually a little off in terms of fitment - especially for the 2003-2008 Matrix models
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Sad to say that the belt and belt tensioner going bad on a 1zz-fe or 2zz-ge motor is a common issue. A lot of Matrix, Corolla and Celica drivers have had this issue.
Though if it is the belt tensioner - the new one from the dealer has been improved to NOT have that be an issue again (mostly).
As for the belt - GoodYear Gatorback belt has been a godsend for many 1st generation Matrix and 9th generation Corolla owners.
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try turning it off and on about 10 times.
it has happened to other Toyota vehicles that have been bought recently and I have seen people use this to resolve their issues.
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Most likely cause: belt - replace with a GoodYear Gatorback belt
other causes - belt tensioner going bad
least likely but has happened before: water pump leaking fluid onto belt causing the sound you hear
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Did you upload the pics into this site OR from an outside image hosting site?
You can break image links from the image hosting site.
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There are air conditioner cleaning products and service out there for you.
OR you can from time to time, use the A/C and NOT recirculate the air flow so the outside dry air will prevent that "mildew/sweaty sock" smell from forming.
When you use the A/C - moisture is created, if you keep using the A/C on and it is recirculated (Max A/C) bacteria eventually gather onto the moisture and then you have that "smell".
Once in a while - open the vents to fresh air with the A/C on to prevent this.
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check to see if the tires are balanced, if they are then it's time for new brake rotors.
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nope, haven't heard of any for the Matrix.
I suppose you can check out any of those aftermarket brands and they will help with that heel/toe shifting technique.
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try here, it might be even covered under warranty:
http://www.9thgencorolla.com/forum/showthr...arcoal+canister
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new head gasket perhaps?
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the car just turned over 67k
No need to resurface unless your brake pedal is vibrating when you are decelerating your Corolla.
Some would say just buy new brake rotors as they are cheap.
Others would say go and resurface.
Unless there is that vibrating or pulsating when you press the brakes, then don't worry about the rotors.
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I can't say for certain, but best way to see would be to remove the head.
Blue smoke? Check oil level routinely?
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get the valve stems replaced.
it should be cheap to replace at any tire shop.
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the definition is: Air/fuel sensor circuit response (bank 1, sensor 1)
your front Oxygen sensor is bad.
won't affect driveability, but will affect your fuel mileage.
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Sounds like the rotors are warped. Time to at least resurface them!
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Welcome :!:
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NUMMI factory in California
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some scary news about Toyota/Lexus
in General Toyota Discussions
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Does man made snow count?
Who knows - maybe it will be a very snowy winter for our mountains this year.
Big bear, Wrightwood, Mammoth.
Only a couple of hours away from Los Angeles.