P0135 is a very common OBDII code that occurs in the Toyota Matrix. It is caused by a failure in one of the oxygen sensors heated elements, specifically bank 1 sensor 1. It technically stands for: The purpose of the heated element in the oxygen sensor is to quickly bring your O2 sensor … Read more
P0134 is a relatively common OBDII trouble code. It’s generic, which means that it has the same meaning for any vehicle with OBDII. It means that the PCM/ECM is not detecting any activity from the sensor. P0134 Definition P0134: O2 Sensor → No Activity Detected →Bank 1 Sensor 1 The Matrix’s computer uses the … Read more
P0133 is a common OBDII code that occurs in many vehicles, including theToyota Matrix. The code is triggered when there is an issue with the response time from the oxygen (O2) sensor when switching voltage levels. The O2 sensor is responsible for helping the ECM meter oxygen levels in the exhaust in order to … Read more
P0455 in the Toyota Matrix is a trouble code that indicates your truck has a LARGE evaporative emissions leak. With this code, you shouldn’t notice any symptoms besides perhaps a noticeable fuel smell. P0455 usually is not an immediate threat to the driveability of your Matrix. But, whenever the check engine light is on, it’s … Read more
The Toyota Matrix utilizes a crankshaft position sensor in order to regulate the engine timing. This sensor uses a reluctor to gauge the position of the crank. When the Matrix’s ECM determines that there is an issue with the signal coming from this sensor, it’ll throw the P0335 trouble code. P0335 Symptoms: Toyota Matrix … Read more
P0133 is a common OBDII code that occurs in many vehicles, including theToyota Matrix. The code is triggered when there is an issue with the response time from the oxygen (O2) sensor when switching voltage levels. The O2 sensor is responsible for helping the ECM meter oxygen levels in the exhaust in order to … Read more
Having trouble with your Toyota Matrix? If you’re seeing the P0325 trouble code, you’re not alone. This article will discuss the causes of the code and how to fix it. We’ll walk through the steps you need to take to get your Matrix running smoothly again. The knock sensor’s primary role is to detect and … Read more
This page is meant to help you troubleshoot the Toyota Matrix P0420 trouble code. It covers the P0420 code’s meaning, symptoms, causes, and possible solutions. P0420 is the most common OBDII code and is virtually never a breakdown risk. A failing oxygen sensor or bad catalytic converter are the most common causes of P0420. Table … Read more
P0457 is a somewhat common trouble code with the Toyota Matrix. This code references a number that is given to you when you plug your Matrix into a OBDII scanner. P0457 Indicates that there is a leak in the Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) System. It is similar to P0455 (large leak) and P0456 (small leak) … Read more
The check engine light indicates that you need to service a vehicle soon. If your Toyota Matrix has a flashing check engine light means that there is a catalyst damaging misfire (it can damage the catalytic converter and O2 sensors). If your car has a flashing check engine light, it means you need to service … Read more