spark plugs TOYOTA MATRIX 2009 E140 / 2.G Scheduled Maintenance Guide

120,000 Miles or 144 Months
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (4WD)Replace cabin air filterReplace engine air filterReplace engine oil and filter1
Replace spark plugs5
Rotate tiresTighten drive shaft bolt
Inspect the following: __ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
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__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine coolant
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__ Engine valve clearance7
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Front differential oil __ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Radiator and condenser
__ Rear differential oil (4WD)
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (4WD)
__ Transmission fluid or oil
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace front differential oilReplace rear differential oil (4WD)Replace transfer case oil (4WD)Replace transmission fluid or oilTighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
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1Reset the oil replacement reminder light ( MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to Engine Coolant in the Explanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more information.4Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.5Maintenance services of spark plugs are required under the terms of the Emissions Control Warranty.6Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.7Check for tappet noise and engine vibration and adjust if necessary, 2AZ-FE engine only.

PROPELLER SHAFT
Lubricate the propeller shaft spiders and slide yokes with lithium-base chassis grease and the
double cardan joint with molybdenum-disulfide lithium-base chassis grease, and re-torque the
bolt. Only a qualified technician should perform this operation.
RADIATOR AND CONDENSER
Inspect for debris, corrosion and signs of damage. Have any problem repaired immediately by a
qualified technician.
SPARK PLUGS
Replace at specified intervals. Install new plugs of the same type as originally equipped. A
qualified technician should perform this operation.
STEERING GEAR BOX
Inspect for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired immediately by a
qualified technician.
STEERING LINKAGE AND BOOTS
With the vehicle stopped, check for excessive freeplay in the steering wheel. Inspect the linkage
for bending and damage and the dust boots for deterioration, cracks and damage. Replace any
damaged parts. A qualified technician should perform these operations.
TIRE ROTATION
Tires should be rotated at specified intervals according to the instructions in theOwner’s
Manual
. When rotating tires, check for damage and uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
TRANSFER CASE OIL
Inspect or replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check for signs of
leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired by a qualified technician immediately.
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