Does a Toyota Matrix have power steering?
The 2009 Toyota Matrix doesn’t need power steering fluid. Having good steering is crucial for changing lanes and moving about on the road. The power steering fluid needs to be changed every 75,000 miles or so. Along with replacing fluids, You will come across noises from steering parts.
Does 2010 Toyota Corolla have power steering fluid?
The 2010 Toyota Corolla has the power steering reservoir located on the passenger side of the engine compartment. It is a transparent cylindrical container with a round black cap that is labeled power steering.
Are there any problems with the Toyota Matrix steering?
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 TOYOTA MATRIX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND EXCESSIVE FORCE ON THE STEERING WHEEL WAS REQUIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER STEERING ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED.
What kind of steering problem does Toyota Corolla have?
The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Corolla matrix. When the vehicle was started, the electronic power steering indicator illuminated and the steering ability seized. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering shaft computer needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired.
What was the mileage on a Toyota Matrix?
THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 85,000. TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 TOYOTA MATRIX. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE POWER STEERING SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, DROVE OVER A ROAD RETAINER, AND LANDED IN A DITCH. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE CONTACT DID NOT SUSTAIN ANY INJURIES.
What causes a Toyota Matrix to lose power?
Suspect faulty ECM (engine control module) as evidenced by recall on vehicles up to 2008. Vehicle randomly loses power, both in motion at various speeds and at rest. All lights and indications go dark. Dash lights may come back on momentarily including all warning indications in dash, and engine may resume running.