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1st and 2nd Gear On a Toyota Matrix?
I own a 2007 Matrix. I had a question about downshifting into 1st and 2nd gear. I know these gears can be used going down steep hills to prevent from riding the brake. However, can they also be used going up steep hills? Specifically, when stopped at a light on a steep incline on a wet road, the... -
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2007 Toyota Matrix Air Filter?
Hi. I own a 2007 Matrix and it has about 8,500 miles on it. How long should I go between air filter changes? The dealer tried to get me to change it when I last had the oil changed (at the 6,000 mile mark), but I didn't want to spend the $60. I recently lost my job, and don't want to change the... -
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Where is the engine airbox located on a 2007 Toyota matrix?
I want to change the engine airfilter, but the owner's manual doesn't have a clear breakdown of the area under the hood. Where is the engine airbox located exactly? Thanks!