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#262 of 358 Re: Has the transmission problem been resolved? [matrix09] by badmice2 Jan 09, 2009 (10:03 am)
Replying to: matrix09 (Jan 07, 2009 5:00 pm) hey Matrix 09....   I have the 04 Matrix 5 speed. I was fortunate enough to have driving mine 149k before the tranny started to go. I've sent it into the shop. The parts mgr i spoke with said he wasnt aware of after market bearings for the matrix as stated on a different post. My car can still be driven and I can still shift with relative ease. But the rattling notice is killing me.
#263 of 358 Matrix 2003 XR Converting Manual to Automatic? by hiddot84 Jan 15, 2009 (3:25 pm)
Hello, I had my second , yes, second Transmission go out in my 2003 Matrix XR 5 Speed 1.8L FWD , the first one 30k and the second at 120,000 (which toyota put both in for me brand new). However, I want to Convert my 5 Speed Transmission to an Automatic , and wanted to know if I could do this or not? Someone please let me know, so I don't have to spend another $2500 on a new transmission again.   Thanks,   frustrated matrix owner! Replies to this message: hiddot84 (Jan 15, 2009 3:38 pm) nippononly (Jan 15, 2009 4:21 pm) jamborski (Jan 16, 2009 8:40 am)
#264 of 358 Re: Matrix 2003 XR Converting Manual to Automatic? [hiddot84] by hiddot84 Jan 15, 2009 (3:38 pm)
Replying to: hiddot84 (Jan 15, 2009 3:25 pm) By the way, I bought the Matrix Brand new and change the oil every 3k miles.   thanks for any help.
#265 of 358 Re: Matrix 2003 XR Converting Manual to Automatic? [hiddot84] by nippononly Jan 15, 2009 (4:21 pm)
Replying to: hiddot84 (Jan 15, 2009 3:25 pm) There's no question that replacing your manual with an automatic would cost as much as or more than replacing your manual again. Just buying the automatic transmission and having it installed would cost the $2500 or more.   Having said that, I do wonder if it is technically feasible to do this. You would have to get the computer updated to handle the automatic transmission.
#266 of 358 by matrixgirl09 Jan 16, 2009 (6:54 am)
Why not trade it in or sell and get a car with an auto transmission? Wouldn't that be easier? There are tons to choose from right now.
#267 of 358 Re: Matrix 2003 XR Converting Manual to Automatic? [hiddot84] by jamborski Jan 16, 2009 (8:40 am)
Replying to: hiddot84 (Jan 15, 2009 3:25 pm) it seems to me that Toyota gave you one of the trannys from the bad lot of bearings they received, in speaking with a transmission shop here in southern california they said that they use rebuild kits that are not toyota original parts and should hold up better. if you have another new transmission you might be able to find out when it was manufactured and if it was after 2005 you should be fine. (since none of the 2005 models have had this problem). if it was made before that then I would sell the car and if you really like the matrix then get an automatic. I have yet to replace my tranny since I have another reliable vehicle, but I'm going with a rebuilt one from the tranny shop, which comes with a one year warranty
#268 of 358 Re: failed transmission @ 113k [burkes_r_mad] by stebocz Feb 15, 2009 (5:31 pm)
Replying to: burkes_r_mad (Aug 13, 2008 8:37 pm) I just noticed rough jerky, shifting with my 2005 Tyota Matrix 4 speed automatic yesterday for the first time. Checked transmission fluid level stick immediately, but I found full level and clean color. Today I searched the internet and I found your notes with Matrix transmission problems. I will have the car inspected tomorrow but I'm not sure if I should go to my Toyota dealer or my independent mechanic. My Matrix has 71K miles on it. Please advise ASAP!!!!!!!!!!
#269 of 358 TOYOTA MATRIX TRANSMISSION BREAK DOWN by stebocz Feb 15, 2009 (5:36 pm)
I just noticed rough jerky, shifting with my 2005 Tyota Matrix 4 speed automatic yesterday for the first time. Checked transmission fluid level stick immediately, but I found full level and clean color. Today I searched the internet and I found numerous notes with Matrix transmission problems. I will have the car inspected tomorrow but I'm not sure if I should go to my Toyota dealer or my independent mechanic. My Matrix has 71K miles on it. Please advise ASAP!!!!!!!!!! Replies to this message: nippononly (Feb 17, 2009 9:26 am)
#270 of 358 Re: TOYOTA MATRIX TRANSMISSION BREAK DOWN [stebocz] by nippononly Feb 17, 2009 (9:26 am)
Replying to: stebocz (Feb 15, 2009 5:36 pm) The postings in this thread are related to problem MANUAL transmissions in 2003 and 2004 MY cars. I am not aware of any widely reported transmission problems among AUTOMATIC last-gen Matrixes like yours. So take heart and wait to see what the mechanic tells you. Good luck!
#271 of 358 2004 Matrix Buy it or not? by mjrunnr Feb 24, 2009 (12:24 pm)
Hi All, I am thinking of getting a 2004 Matrix XRS manual with 55k miles. It is a great deal and I am buying it from a reputable repair shop. They claim it is in great shape and has many more miles in it. For comparison, I am currently driving a 1996 Civic I bought new. So...is 55K too many miles to be purchasing a Matrix with? Sounds like there is a good chance of the transmission going soon? This is the 6 speed, anyone know of any other persistent problems with this make/model/year?    Thanks so much in advance.... Replies to this message: maturco (Feb 24, 2009 12:45 pm) nippononly (Feb 25, 2009 1:33 pm) canonlaw (Feb 24, 2009 4:45 pm)

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