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Doing This Will Save You Thousands in Engine Repairs. Mechanics Don’t Want You to Know This, DIY life hack and car repair with Scotty Kilmer. Car life hacks. How to save thousands of dollars by not having to go to an auto mechanic for car engine repairs. How to fix cars. Expensive car engine repairs. Car hacks that will save you thousands in car engine repairs. 5 minute life hacks to make your engine run as long as possible. Make your car engine last forever. Car engine maintenance tips. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 56 years.
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[@scottykilmer]

Toyota Has Shut Down Production: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXSvf3WIp7N7rLc Thanks for watching! Like and Subscribe for More Vids Daily ► kzbin.info/door/uxpxCCevIlF-k-K5YU8XPA ⬇️Scotty’s Top DIY Tools: 1. Bluetooth Scan Tool: amzn.to/2nfvmaD 2. Mid-Grade Scan Tool: amzn.to/33dKI0k 3. My Fancy (Originally $5,000) Professional Scan Tool: amzn.to/31khBXC 4. Cheap Scan Tool: amzn.to/2D8Tvae 5. Dash Cam (Every Car Should Have One): amzn.to/2YQW36t 6. Basic Mechanic Tool Set: amzn.to/2tEr6Ce 7. Professional Socket Set: amzn.to/2Bzmccg 8. Ratcheting Wrench Set: amzn.to/2BQjj8A 9. No Charging Required Car Jump Starter: amzn.to/3i7SH5D 10. Battery Pack Car Jump Starter: amzn.to/2nrc6qR ⬇️ Things used in this video: 1. Common Sense 2. 4k Camera: amzn.to/2HkjavH 3. Camera Microphone: amzn.to/2Evn167 4. Camera Tripod: amzn.to/2Jwog8S 5. My computer for editing / uploading: amzn.to/301tYt9 Subscribe and hit the notification bell! ► goo.gl/CFismN As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

[@EJHMUSIC666]

Do you have a video explaining how to use the manual mode in an automatic transmission??

[@MJackson-ls5pi]

What can you tell me about RAV4 made in Canada. Are they as good as Japan? What about Toyota Avalon?

[@Postnutsyndrum]

Scotty talking about sunroofs. "Close and leave it closed" right there with you scotty

[@elyt3family]

Oh y'all BUGGIN‼️ 😂🤣😂🤣

[@Anrirua]

Not if its an old Honda. Open and close it multiple times a day 🎉

[@-sensibleChris]

Yep, it's just one more thing to go wrong. I never open mine. Cracking tge windows is just as good.

[@RicondaRacing]

I intentionally look for hardtop cars without a sunroof for weight and I never use them here in Florida. The a/c is on for 10 months here.

[@adrianrobinson7953]

Better yet don’t get a car with a sunroof

[@wolfman007zz]

I replaced my Secondary Air Injection Pump with a Pool Floaty pump!! Cost me $10 at Walmart. Plus a 12 vdc to 120 vac inverter for $30. That was back in 2010! It has worked flawlessly ever since, for 13 years!!! No check engine light!!

[@johnl3230]

That's awesome haha.

[@tedtolentino4955]

I admire ingenuity. There are perhaps dozens of small fixes like this that would keep an older car running almost as new. Thanks for this tip.

[@superdude7459]

Awesome 😎

[@tatechasers2393]

Customer "Did ya fix it?" Scotty "yes and you didn't need a new transmission, just some oil leak seal, that'll be $14"

[@bch5513]

Not the same thing.. it is seal conditioner. Do NOT use oil leak seal.

[@sellier-bellot22]

Pretty cheap fixing ? LOL😄

[@on-site4094]

Maguiver band aid 😂

[@Anrirua]

​@@on-site4094A hybrid of Meguair's and McGyver's. Serious sh1t so !

[@dane5896]

My wife's 2004 Matrix still runs and looks great. 👍Twenty Years Old🏆

[@mikejohn0088]

My wife still runs and looks great too and she is 22 years old!

[@ThomasWBaldwin]

Wind noise. I bought 1/4" adhesive weather stripping; and lined the doors and door sills with it. so much quieter. about $10 for a few rolls. easy to do, seals the car right up.

[@anthonyWeightgainer]

I bought my 09 Matrix (Base 1.8) with 80,000 miles for only $2k Canadian!, Accident free, One owner with all service records! Now that's a smoking deall!

[@superdude7459]

Tell me about it 😎

[@williamfry6087]

I think I am addicted to Scotty videos, I just cant help it.

[@MZ-ol6bd]

I'm an addict, too, so glad he's still making videos

[@jonathangerhardy4603]

Me too I'm definitely addicted!!!😂😂😂

[@gradyrogers6707]

Me to, but I need an oxygen mask after watching

[@MZ-ol6bd]

@gradyrogers6707 possibly he might be wearing himself out, by talking so fast? maybe he needs a "breather" from us?

[@Emoralis]

It’s just an echo chamber of Toyota fanatics. Transmission went out and secondary air. Just ignores it, but if it was a vw he would go on a 30 minute monologue/rant about how terrible it is.

[@user-tj9kt5cs6d]

Can you imagine taking that perfectly running car to a dealer and saying can you fix that rattling noise. Hey folks recommend Scotty to your friends and the relatives that you like I’ve worked on everything that runs and he’s hands down the most practical sensible car guy out there. Thanks Scotty keep it up.

[@dcs4555]

agreed

[@markfillhart7841]

The rattling catalyst may be a loose heat shield. Just saying

[@donniev8181]

I'm pretty Scotty can tell the difference.

[@JayDizza-ln6bn]

You ain't that pretty

[@nolongerhave-couth4771]

I had an 05 highlander that rattled. The doughnut between manifold and exhaust pipe was worn. $75 dollar to fix.

[@gradyrogers6707]

​@@donniev8181, you are so vein

[@donniev8181]

@gradyrogers6707 when the debate is lost, slander becomes the tool of the loser.

[@fromthebackofmymind]

Winter just killed the future of electric cars.

[@marknoviskie2178]

Never was a future

[@janssens5022]

yes 2025 road tax for electric cars. The Netherlands ​@@marknoviskie2178

[@dangeary2134]

GOOD! Too bad they can’t go into thermal runaway while frozen into an inanimate object. Then again, when they thaw out, who knows what kind of damage happened while at sub-zero temps!

[@Fabianwew]

​@@dangeary2134what do you mean. Electric cars do just fine in sub Zero.

[@XX-166]

@@Fabianwewkeep smoking that pipe

[@rickyparrish8310]

I love your honest advice 😮

[@williamfry6087]

Practical and economical. Scotty for President!

[@windhorse4straveler647]

The pundits would love imitating him😅

[@ItIsColdHere]

Saturday Night Live could do a skit of a presidential debate and have Scotty there as himself to comment on each candidate’s responses. That would be awesome!

[@terdfergusonIII]

MAGA

[@ssjrose9641]

No mechanic I've ever met has gone into this level of detail when diagnosing a car 😂😂😂😂.

[@dn059]

Thanks scotty! Went and put some stop leak in this morning for a leaking rear main seal. Fingers crossed!

[@gusriv9]

Great context and very informative. I have been watching your videos since finding your channel. My father passed not to long ago and left me his 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe sport . I have been watching trying to learn as much as possible. I recently have been trying to figure out a burning oil smell with no leaks I can find. The fluid levels have been consistent. All information I have came across says spilled oil burning off. A neighbor was kind enough to pop off the plastic cover to the engine and inspect all the areas you would find oil if it leaked but nothing. He said the same thing but it's been a over a month with the smell. I don't drive it much and it only has 84,000 miles. It starts and runs fine. I have a appointment with the dealership since not much luck with local garages not adding an extra. I was just trying to get more information before the appointment so they don't surprise me with anything. Thank you for the great content as always Have a great day

[@phenamenol]

I had that problem only to find that there was a tiny hole in the exhaust pipe … have that checked out … Nam Jamaica

[@user-pq7jy4xp1g]

Great tips. You can't beat good experience and someone that share valuable information!

[@scottmallory3507]

The rear main seal in my 1999 miata has a slight leak. I would have to drop the transmission to replace the seal. I purchased the AT 205 reseal on your recommendation so come summer I will give it a try. I does not leak when the car is sitting, only a few drops after a drive or after the engine has run.

[@anthonyesparsen7776]

Scotty was born to do what he does straight up awesome

[@daynadiggle8169]

As long as Scottys burning rubber he's happy ! 😂😂😂

[@kevindown1592]

I bought my daughter a Matrix when she graduated from high school. She drove that car 300,000 miles before we turned it into the junk yard well used. I replaced the tires, changed the oil, did tune ups and nothing else. She drove that car to Burning Man 4 times, from California to North Dakota 4 times, and all over the Sierra Nevada mountains. I got my money’s worth plus I never worried she would get stranded.

[@citizenzero6140]

You sound like the man I got my Vibe from...lol

[@bowfin11]

I’m surprised your brakes lasted 300,000 miles.

[@mysterious_mysterious69]

this gives me hope that my matrix will last 300k

[@72capri]

If the car never needed any repair, why did you have to junk it?

[@heartattackhiker3527]

Mine started leaking a quart every 100 miles. The at205 did initially slow the leak. Ended up getting it fixed at a cost of about 1300 dollars. Oil pump seal 2000 Toyota Camry

[@lancebro121]

Just wnna say scotty i love your videos and the fact your always posting your my favorite mechanic keep at it!

[@AnnC....]

Reseal is good to know, Thanks Scotty

[@henrycarlson7514]

So Wise , Thank You

[@wingman-1977]

Funny you mention the catalytic converter rattling. It was rattling on my 08 CR-V and I just had it replaced this past Saturday. Cost me $450 (obviously the cat was a aftermarket one). I’m just glad there’s no more rattling.

[@davidhakes3884]

Good stuff AT 205 ,Thanks Scotty.

[@davidchalona6494]

Always great insight.

[@jayweb702]

Ahh the good ole Matrix and Pontiac vibe. Great cars! A friend had one, and my Dad had one. They both really enjoyed it!

[@MarzNet256]

The Matrix (Corolla Wagon) is such an awesome car. I have almost 220,000 miles on my 2006 Matrix 4WD.

[@Barneyrubble241]

I have an 07 Pontiac Vibe. Same car. Mine has 234k and doing great.

[@stevensumner3146]

Another informative vid cheers Scotty 👍

[@HoaTran-ky3hy]

Thank you very much for your video it’s helped me a lot leaning from you, best wishes to you and good luck

[@brentbauer8258]

That leak seal stuff works great!

[@noconsentgiven]

"Drop a gear disappear"👍.

[@apetro8895]

Just picked up the XTOOL D8W two weeks ago. Love it so far. Would you please do a review?

[@charlessommers7218]

Good show 👍

[@sugarpuddin]

Another tremendous video!

[@markhuyette8509]

Scotty love your videos I know people who work in a Toyota Dealership they told me the converter that's part of the exhaust manifold they have a problem with them when they break apart they get sucked up into the valves and do a lot of damage I figure I share that tip have a blessed day keep up the hard work! 😂

[@bigmoneybenjamin9477]

I had a moderate power steering leak in my Nissan Maxima 2002 to point fluid could not flow properly in system and the power steering system was whining/acting like it didn't have fluid. Lucas Stop Leak would not stop it. I put some AT 205 in the stop leak and my power steering stopped leaking in one application the power steering no longer leaks. That was hundreds of miles/ months ago. Cleaned out all the gunk old steering fluid under car and I drive it like nothing is wrong. AT 205 is powerful stuff.

[@briankachor566]

We got to love the drive strip part of the videos I love those 😊

[@brentthompson2455]

You are 110% genion.Thank you for what you do!

[@jimsgaragetoys]

It's "zippier" because it's a 2zz with a lot more power than the 1zz. That's also why the intake is metal, not the year. I'm surprised that Scotty doesn't know this already.

[@petersilecchio4417]

Great Video.

[@TheLizardKing1967]

AT- 205 Re-Seal is not as good as it used to be. They re-formulated it three years ago. It still works but not as good as it used to. Lucky me... I Stocked up on it in 2019 and 2020 and I am Good to GO!

[@robertmceuen3630]

Your comment doesn't sound near as smart as you think it does. Heck, even sounds kinda dumb...

[@widtrak77]

You can actually dump that much in the crankcase?

[@themusiclab2621]

That's 2 different engines Don't get it confused

[@TranceFur]

Dude thinks it’s faster because it has a manual, lmao. Nah, it’s because it’s engine has 40% more power than his Matrix’s

[@Bay0Wulf]

I’ve successfully used the AT-205 for transmission and oil leaks. It certainly works on “main seals” … which is better than having to replace them. I’d note that its hard to find “on demand” so I buy it when I see it.

[@dariog36th]

How often do you have to pour some in?

[@mred7375]

Shouldn't you change the oil after you pour that dye in does it hurt the oil or leave it to see if the leak stops

[@ggr9566]

Added at205 reseal to the rear differential of my 2001 ford mustang 185,000 miles. The leak went from a teaspoon a week down to 3 or 4 drops. Still working after 6 months

[@JohnSims3]

AT-205 stopped a wet rear main seal seepage on my F-250 V10 with 292,000 miles!

[@TheBigfoot567]

Similar results for my Excursion 5.4 gasser. Absolutely fixed the dripping at rear main seal.

[@popsmoke1891]

Peppy? NOT BECAUSE of the stick shift. The XRS had the infamous 2ZZ-FE Yahama-modified race engine! And the ABS is "indirect," does not use TPMS sensors

[@TonyBasuro]

2ZZ-GE Any Toyota motor with "-G" in the motor code means Yamaha tuned the valve train.

[@johnkennedy3663]

This being a 2ZZ-FE also explains the aluminum intake plenum versus the plastic one on his wife's 1ZZ-FE. Has nothing to due with the year of manufacture. Sorry to correct you Scotty….

[@jeffhall4228]

Love you Scotty.

[@JAVIERFSG3]

This is a 2zz engine. They are notorious for developing timing cover gasket leaks when high in mileage, also the 6 speed c60 transmission is not very long lasting if you like giving it constant abuse. First signs of the trans being worn is gear notch or grind when going into third, and occasional second gear lock out. There are other few achilles heels on this powertrain but other than that the XRS matrix and corolla even the celica gts are rare now and very well underestimated since they never got the spot light like Honda B and K series did.

[@jeff6969]

I used Bars Leaks rear main seal fix on my 2001 dodge pickup, and at 150k it took care of the leak.

[@1mzfe]

Scotty's Matrix has the Corolla engine and that Matrix is the XRS so it has the same failure prone Yamaha engine as the Celica GT.

[@davidtowler8778]

Hello Scotty , my VW Passat is misfiring on all cylinders. I’ve changed the coils & plugs still was running rough so I sprayed fuel injector cleaner into the intake & same thing is happening. What do you suggest that I try next. Thanks in advance for all that you do & a special thank you if you’re able to help me. Anyone for that matter !

[@willdogsdroid]

That is a Matrix XRS, it feels "Faster" than your wifes because it has a higher horsepower engine. XRS are very rare and sought after due to the engine. Same engine used in Lotus Elise

[@rockinrob2004]

So that's a 2.4L not a 1.8L correct?

[@zridert1]

1zz vs 2zz engine. Also that's why metal vs plastic i take. Thats a dead give away. Big difference in engine design

[@zridert1]

I expexted scotty to know the difference

[@willdogsdroid]

Same but even worse the current owner didn't advise scotty so the owner has no idea!@@zridert1

[@lemonjuice2179]

1.8L VVTL-I similar to honda's VTEC but better :)@@rockinrob2004 190bhp naturally aspirated

[@smoutezot]

1:41 the seagull absolutely killed me there ahahahah

[@martinf2740]

Had a 2004 and put a lot of miles on it. Only knock on it was it wasn’t great in the snow.

[@jessewynne8193]

Very hard to find a AWD in a manual unless it’s a subbE .(I’d pull the shield off) I like the body style of those. The rear windows lift up without the hatch opening pretty nice. My 10 didn’t they went in a different outside style (more bubbled look)

[@dontraylor3391]

Yamaha engine scotty.XRS Matrix are fun.1st owner burnt the cluch out.That car is worth $3000 all day long.Thanks for the great vids scotty.

[@ryanmccabe3293]

So funny thinking of Scotty editing that Seagull in 🤣

[@gamingbigfats3934]

I daily drive my 2009 Vibe(2.4 Toyota engine) with 330,000. Had it since new and only changed the alternator (not including regular services). Toyota❤

[@garymetzker5763]

Hey scotty, i love your videos, watch them everyday, but i wish you would hold the camera still when you go to the drag strip so i could see the dam speedometer...

[@BryanTorok]

Scotty, you showed this new scan tool in a previous video. I've gone back and looked for that video and didn't find it. You should list it in the tools below so folks can find it. Does someone have link to that video? Also, does the Toyota version of that tool also work on Lexus? My wife has been shopping for a clean 2010 to 2012 Rav4 or 2010 to 2016 Lexus RX350 because she wants the V6.

[@bradanderson1024]

Scotty, have you told people about the change to the Ford 2.7 turbo that now has a rubber oil pump belt soaked in oil that rots in 60 to 80 thousand miles ? It had a chain driven belt until about 2917. I have a 2020 and I love the truck but am very afraid of my motor blowing when the belt breaks.

[@hosocat1410]

Scott, could you share your source for leak dye? Auto zone is pretty expensive.

[@TranceFur]

Harbor freight has it. It works great.

[@jonboatwright7777]

My 2002 Lexus RX 300 is leaking somewhere near there but only if I drive 70mph or above for any distance. Long trips are a pain. Between Tx and CA I’ll use around 6 quarts. Lucas doesn’t stop it. I will have to try the AT.

[@DyLemmaOG]

2500 for my 04 vibe and 4k miles on it so far haven't changed nothing besides the oil. Does need new rotors but it's not bad at all so leaving as is until the brakes completely wear out.

[@richlikeg3722]

The XLS is the sport version of the four cylinder

[@SupraSav]

Replacing a front main seal is regular? Depends on mileage..

[@darrylmcleman6456]

200,000 miles on my manual Pontiac Vibe 5speed.Drives like new.I have seen one for sale with a broken 6 speed here in Canada but unusual.CHEERS from Here!!!

[@TonyBasuro]

Buy the 6 speed because of the motor. You can sell it to Lotus owners.

[@samellagreen1059]

Can u give me more information on how to keep up my 2009 dodge journey, I love u thank u

[@ThatsMrsApriltou]

I brought a 2010 Toyota Matrix new and I totaled it in 2014 😢 I loved that car

[@edwin-0034]

Hey Scotty what is the best way to deal with transmission issues?

[@ultramanxk7]

Crazy Scotty!

[@emmettrobinson9708]

Keep going

[@robertclifton2211]

What is Bernie’s cleaner you mentioned for cars running lean?

[@TheBigfoot567]

I had a 140k miles Ford Excursion with a dripping rear main seal. Carport dripping area nuisance. Used some of this AT205 sealant and totally fixed the issue. No more drips. Sold it at 155K. I wonder if it would rejuvenate my '48 Packard fuel pump diagram?? Can't find any cheap rebuild kits.

[@darrylmonroe802]

Scott, which model of XTool scanner are you using

[@JAKPM]

Takata air bags, shoulder harnesses won’t protect from getting your jugular severed.

[@jonathanhart2976]

That is a low mileage Matrix. My 2005 Vibe is at 298,000 miles and is dry as a bone underneath. Odometer will quit at 299,999 miles, I have another cluster ready to pop into it. Going for 400,000 miles. The TPMS light being on may not be a tire sensor, on my AWD the TPMS is part of the ABS system, monitors wheel diameter. If a tire is low the ABS system alerts the TPMS system. Temp changes drive the system crazy.

[@richscott2483]

Your poor Toyota Celica still has Texas plates, what happened to getting Tennesee plates? I too dislike CODES for Oxygen Sensor and Misfiring all leading up to that Check Engine Light. A bad catalytic converter equals loss of HP, much noise, and an expensive repair. I like the idea of using a dye to find the oil leak. Thanks, Scotty for another entertaining video.

[@janieunderwood7069]

Hi Scotty. I watch a lot of your videos and enjoy them a lot. You said something on this video that caught my attention and so I've got to ask you. How do you clean out the drain ports on those sunroofs? Please. Mine is clogged up. And I'm disabled so it's going to be hard for me to get up there but I'm willing to try if you are willing to tell me how to do it please.

[@lancebro121]

Type it in KZbin or Google , mine could use one to actually 😅

[@humid-rb7rt]

Question Scotty or anyone on channel I have a 03 Toyota Matrix XR. I just replaced upstream O2 sensor, PCV valve and cleaned Mass Airflow Sensor and throttle body. It runs and idles pretty darn well but I have noticed a decrease in my mpg. Any thoughts? It has 133k on it. Thanks if someone would reply.

[@truemantrueman6608]

I have the xtool8 version so far I really like it is expensive but the things you can do with I have fixed one person car with it his cars RPM was to high it took a few minutes but had to reset the RPM factory reset and it worked and it can program new keys

[@SantosGamingable]

I’ve got a 08 Highlander and think it’s my timing cover leaking . Could this work?

[@heliwrecker8649]

Hey Scotty, can you use the at205 in a diesel?

[@TheRussRyde]

I added that AT205 to my 05 Lexus ES330 and the oil light came on the next day. I quickly changed the oil. Months later it came on again and I ignored it. Sludge clogged the oil intake in the pan and the engine died. I will never put that in another engine. Just a warning to others. Russ

[@alundrasrt]

At 205 wasn't ins shortage? Any equivalent? Thanks.

[@stoveguy2133]

Got a scion Xb last yr. For $500. Had bad car alarm. Removed alarm. It started. Sold it for $2500

[@relevant1683]

I’m using AT205 for my rear main only until I get it replaced.

[@stevecam988]

Scotty, the amount of editing you do on your videos, must be a pain in the KEESTER!!!

[@richieoftampa994]

Is cataclean really good enough to clean the catalytic converter?

[@safffff1000]

I can tell you the difference between airbags and just a seat belt, since I had front end collisions both ways. With airbag, felt fine afterwards, with only the seat belt felt like some one threw a baseball at my chest, sore for a week or more

[@w8what575]

One of my bosses from about 10 years ago had an early 2000s blazer that she was stopped in traffic idling and got rear ended…the airbags didn’t go off with the rear end impact but she’s a shorter woman…about 5’ tall….it was when her blazer rolled forward and slightly bumped the car in front of her that made the airbags go off…she was fine before they went off…afterwards she had a broken nose, both eyes bruised and swollen shut and whiplash….from the airbags…if they hadn’t gone off, it would have been minor damage easily fixed but since she lived in a liberal state at the time and had to have the airbags replaced etc…it cost her a damned fortune just to have those stupid airbags replaced ….so yeah…airbags are a damned joke ….they go off when they shouldn’t and don’t when they should from my experience…every accident I’ve been in they’ve never gone off which is fine by me…I’d rather have them removed altogether because I’m a 5’ tall petite female that probably wouldn’t have much luck with them not causing more damage then the accident itself caused like my boss did …

[@BryanTorok]

@@w8what575 Newer vehicles have weight sensors in the seats to reduce the airbag force for lighter individuals. It is likely your bosses car didn't have that feature. Airbags should not go off from a rear impact. Likely the whiplash was from the rear impact, but it could made worse from the airbag. Airbags sensors are calibrated to not deploy below certain G force, comparable to about a 20 to 25 mph collision with a fixed object. I've seen lots of collisions where the front of the car was destroyed and the airbag likely saved the persons life.

[@brady3474]

@@w8what575how many accidents have you been in? Maybe you should stop driving or find a lucky charm if they weren’t your fault

[@santaclause2875]

Scotty: "Who knows, the owner before him might have just beaten the heck out of it" "The way I'm beating the heck out of it right now".

[@defundthepolice2007]

His videos wouldn’t be worth watching if it wasn’t for the irony

[@santaclause2875]

True. Funny, we never see him take any of his personal cars out for a drive down 'the race track', and rag the hell out of 'em.@@defundthepolice2007

[@stuglenn1112]

Him flogging it is a one time occurrence while he works on it and reviews it. That's a huge difference and not even remotely comparable to a owner who flogs it day in and day out on a long term basis.

[@TonyBasuro]

​@@stuglenn1112 you can daily flog that High-Optioned Matrix for another 60K miles. Its got a Hall of Fame Toyota (with Yamaha) motor in it.

[@jrambo7495]

​@@stuglenn1112r/wooosh

[@SteveNicholson-tk2se]

How about using a universal style cat n welding or clamping it in place i know its not ideal but wen the cost of the part costs as much as the vehicle i was wondering if those type "universal cats" would fix the issue and would keep the engine lite off . I used one on my old toyota pikup and had pretty good luck with it

[@josephtrunk3565]

Just replaced the clutch in my 283,000 miles driven 05 Vue 4cyl.

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

Matrix manual with bad trans, my 2002 Focus MANUAL trans works prefect, with 208k MILES.

[@RealtorThomaspreciado]

I have a 06 lexus gs300 with a clogged cat. Any remedies?

[@Copperhead41993]

Scotty the reason its zippier is that the xrs has the 2zz-ge engine, higher reving, and substantially more power than the 1zz-fe in your matrix, i had the 2004 matrix with the same engine as yours, the difference between the engines is the 2zz-ge is a performance oriented engine, the 1zz-fe is a lean burn, fuel economy engine, look into the engines before your say the transmission is the reason, i guarantee if that 2zz-ge was running fully right that youd notice a bigger difference, ie running a fuel injector cleaner and clean the MAF and they wake right up