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MAF is located near the air filter box: injection manifold service? does that refer to the intake manifold which is the black plastic on the front of the engine? Still - that is unrelated to the MAF sensor. Hard starting condition: http://www.aboutautomobile.com/tsb/2005/TOYOTA/COROLLA found this for you, contact the dealer and ask them if there is a TSB for this "hard starting" conditions on Corollas. Hope you find the answer.

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Welcome to TOC USA!!!1 I may have a Matrix, but we have the same 1zz-fe motor. With 30k miles on your Rolla, it sounds like your MAF sensor is a bit dirty. MAF cleaning: http://matrixowners.com/?showtopic=65513 Also for more ideas on maintaining and/or modifying your 9th gen corolla you can go here: 9thgencorolla.com Note - there might be a TSB (technical service bulletin) about the hard starting issues with Corollas.

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2000 Corolla. probably the o2 sensor, but the bad cat is also possible. have it checked with your trusted mechanic or dealership to be certain.

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Just wanted to let people know that there is a Technical Service Bulletin for Matrix owners of the 2003/2004 models with power windows. A bolt is loose that can have the window rattle/pop or in a worst case - even break. Please see your local toyota dealership for this free TSB correction.

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Welcome!!! I also signed on TOC Austrailia, I might as well include the UK. A bit off topic, but I love the show Top Gear. I would love to meet the Stig.

K&N has made available a CAI for the 2009 Matrix. It is the same as the CAI for the Scion Xb (2nd generation). http://www.knfilters.com/search/product.aspx?Prod=69-8613TS It's for the XRS (2.4L) model. The 1.8L is still stuck with a drop in replacement filter for the 2009s so far.

How much money did that guy steal from the bank?

aww, don't say that. I brought a little cheerleader for you:

All the lame Honduh drivers took care of that distinction.... ;)

same here something about transparent Georgia...

for more aftermarket information for your Yaris, you can check out yarisworld.com

sorry to hear all the hassle you are going through... options" 1) get an auto tranny for the car... 2) swap the engine for one mated to a 5-speed or 3) buy a Yaris.... j/k trying to inject some humor on this depressing situation....

I see. Perhaps the motor threw a connecting rod due to being previously boosted aka supercharged. It seems that a few Matrix owners who have had their car supercharged are having issues with the rods whether they are currently boosted or in the past. Interesting since TRD has had the S/C available for the Matrix since it's inception.

Yes I have seen them quite frequently here. In fact one of people who work right next door to me has the Matrix XRS with 18 inch rims. Looks very nice.... I have even seen the new Pontiac Vibe. I have to admit, other than the XRS - the Vibe looks better than the Matrix.

yes I have. I adjust my driving to avoid those situations, but sometimes you just have to live it.

Welcome to TOCUSA!!!! Hope you post pics soon of your Corolla. Enjoy your stay here. ;)

no problem at all.... Curious as to what happend to your original motor on the 2004 Matrix?

Have you kept up on the oil and tranny fluid intervals? Air filter clean and not clogged? Have you cleaned the MAF and IACT sensors? Reset the ECU yet? 22 mph is bad, but keep in mind uphill and downhill driving is a lot of strain on the engine and would therefore decrease your mpgs. Hunting gears part is designed into the tranny unfortunately.

2001 ECU would be needed. Toyota ECUs aren't known for allowing the public to alter the ECU, which is a big reason why there isn't a lot of aftermarket parts as compared to a Honda or Mitsubishi vehicle. Question: Engine bolt right up to the transmission? If I recall correctly the Matrix had 3 or different transmissions (AWD, XRS 6-speed and I think 2 different trannys for the 1zz-fe motor). Hopefully you get the Matrix up and running soon.

2001 Corolla engine? As long as it's the 1zz-fe motor it should work. I believe you need to have a whole new ECU - one that goes with the 2001 motor to make it work.

probably tires are going bad. Just don't know what can cause a stem to go bad though. Perhaps one of those "fix a flat" sprays can be a temporary fix till you replace the tires.