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2004 Toyota Matrix repairs by problem area

Engine (55%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)

Brakes and Traction Control (1%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (0%)

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2004 Toyota Matrix electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (56%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch

173-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD

222000 mi

US $300
Starter not always able to start the car. Starter motor replaced. 

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2004 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch

130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

120900 mi

C $325
Starter started to fail. When the motor stopped at certain spots in the coil it would fail to start. Generally it was a worn out starter. 
141980 mi

C $100
Middle brake cluster burned out, license plate light burned out. 
74000 mi

US $578
Airbag light was on and according to the manual, it had to be addressed asap...so I took the car to usual repair shop and they replaced whatever. Apparently the problem also effected my horn. 
122140 mi AC did not working for the first 7 days I needed it after winter. Call the dealer to get it repair. Then it started to work again. Dealer told me the magnetic clutch was rusty. They clean it 

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2004 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch

130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

179180 mi

C $55
Recharged AC using kit from Canadian Tire - Easy to do. 
97340 mi

C $300
The air conditioner compressor needed to be replaced. 
43000 mi

US $125
CD player in factory radio failed to function properly. Replaced factory radio with new unit. 
98000 mi Rear windshield wiper motor needed replacing when sold. 

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2004 Toyota Matrix Electrical Problems

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