2004 TOYOTA MATRIX tires

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WHEN TO USE SNOW TIRES OR
CHAINS
Snow tires or chains are recommended
when driving on snow or ice.
On wet or dry roads, conventional tires
provide better traction than snow tires.
SNOW TIRE SELECTION
If you need snow tires, select tires of
the same size, construction and load
capacity as the originally installed tires.
Also, on fourwheel drive models, all
the tires must be the same brand and
have the same tread patterns.
Do not use tires other than those men-
tioned above. Do not install studded tires
without first checking local regulations for
possible restrictions.CAUTION
Observe the following instructions.
Otherwise, an accident may occur re-
sulting in death or serious injuries.
Do not use snow tires other than
the manufacturer ’s recommended si-
ze, as this may cause dangerous
handling characteristics resulting in
loss of control.
Fourwheel drive models:
Do not use snow tires of different
brands, sizes, construction or tread
patterns, as this may cause danger-
ous handling characteristics result-
ing in loss of control.
SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION
Snow tires should be installed on all
wheels.
Installing snow tires on the front wheels
only can lead to an excessive difference
in road grip capability between the front
and rear tires, which could cause loss of
vehicle control.
When storing removed tires, you should
store them in a cool dry place.
Mark the direction of rotation and be sure
to install them in the same direction when
replacing.
CAUTION
Do not drive with the snow tires
incorrectly inflated.
Never drive over 120 km/h (75 mph)
with any type of snow tires.
Installing snow tires and
chains

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TIRE CHAIN SELECTION
Use the tire chains of correct size and
type.
Use SAE Class “S” type radial tire chains
except radial cable chains or V−bar type
chains.
Regulations regarding the use of tire
chains vary according to location or
type of road, so always check the local
regulations before installing chains.
CHAIN INSTALLATION
Install the chains on the front tires as
tightly as possible. Do not use tire
chains on the rear tires. Retighten
chains after driving 0.5—1.0 km
(1/4—1/2 mile).
When installing chains on your tires, care-
fully follow the instructions of the chain
manufacturer.
If wheel covers are used, they will be
scratched by the chain band, so remove
the covers before putting on the chains.CAUTION
Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or
the chain manufacturer ’s recom-
mended speed limit, whichever is
lower.
Drive carefully avoiding bumps,
holes, and sharp turns, which may
cause the vehicle to bounce.
Avoid sharp turns or lockedwheel
braking, as use of chains may ad-
versely affect vehicle handling.
When driving with chains installed,
be sure to drive carefully. Slow
down before entering curves to
avoid losing control of the vehicle.
Otherwise an accident may occur.
NOTICE
Do not attempt to use a tire chain on
the compact spare tire, as it may re-
sult in damage to the vehicle as well
as the tire.
WHEN TO REPLACE YOUR WHEELS
If you have wheel damage such as
bending, cracks or heavy corrosion, the
wheel should be replaced.
If you fail to replace a damaged wheel,
the tire may slip off the wheel or cause
loss of handling control.
WHEEL SELECTION
When replacing wheels, care should be
taken to ensure that the wheels are re-
placed by ones with the same load ca-
pacity, diameter, rim width, and offset.
This must be observed on compact spare
tire, too.
Correct replacement wheels are available
at your Toyota dealer.
A wheel of a different size or type may
adversely affect handling, wheel and bear-
ing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odom-
eter calibration, stopping ability, headlight
aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clear-
ance, and tire or snow chain clearance to
the body and chassis.
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Replacement with used wheels is not rec-
ommended as they may have been sub-
jected to rough treatment or high mileage
and could fail without warning. Also, bent
wheels which have been straightened may
have structural damage and therefore
should not be used. Never use an inner
tube in a leaking wheel which is designed
for a tubeless tire.
CAUTION
Observe the following instructions.
Otherwise, an accident may occur re-
sulting in death or serious injuries.
Do not use wheels other than the
manufacturer ’s recommended size,
as this may cause dangerous han-
dling characteristics resulting in
loss of control.
Fourwheel drive models:
Do not use wheels of different
brands, sizes and types, as this
may cause dangerous handling
characteristics resulting in loss of
control.
When installing aluminum wheels,
check that the wheel nuts are tight
after driving your vehicle the first 1600
km (1000 miles).
If you have rotated, repaired, or
changed your tires, check that the
wheel nuts are still tight after driving
1600 km (1000 miles).
When using tire chains, be careful not
to damage the aluminum wheels.
Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and
wrench designed for your aluminum
wheels.
When balancing your wheels, use only
Toyota balance weights or equivalent
and a plastic or rubber hammer.
As with any wheel, periodically check
your aluminum wheels for damage. If
damaged, replace immediately.
Aluminum wheel precautions

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SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
Dimensions and weights290
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Engine 290
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Service specifications 291
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Tires 294
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SECTION 8

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Model: 1ZZ −FE and 2ZZ −GE
Type: 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke, mm (in.): 1ZZ −FE engine
79.0  91.5 (3.11  3.60)
2ZZ −GE engine
82.0  85.0 (3.23  3.35)
Displacement, cm
3 (cu. in.):
1ZZ −FE engine 1794 (109.5)
2ZZ −GE engine 1796 (109.6)
Dimensions and weights
Overall length mm (in.)
Overall width mm (in.)
Overall height
∗ 1mm (in.)
Wheelbase mm (in.)
Front tread mm (in.)
Rear tread mm (in.)
Vehicle capacity
weight (occupants
+ luggage) kg (lb.) P205/55R16 89H tires
P215/50ZR17
P215/50R17 90H tires
4350 (171.3)
4350 (171.3)
1775 (69.9) 1775 (69.9)
1550 (61.0)
2600 (102.4) 2600 (102.4)
1515 (59.6) 1505 (59.3)
1495 (58.9)
∗ 2
1500 (59.1)∗31485 (58.5)
385 (850) 385 (850)
∗ 1: Unladen vehicle∗2:Two −wheel drive models∗
3: Four −wheel drive models 1540 (60.6)
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2
1550 (61.0)∗3
Towing capacity
(trailer weight +
cargo weight) kg (lb.) 680 (1500) 680 (1500)
Engine

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Tire size and cold tire inflation pressure:kPa (kgf/cm
2 or bar, psi)
Ti r e siz e
FrontRearWheel size
Tw o −wheel drive models
P205/55R16 89H220 (2.2, 32)220 (2.2, 32)16 61/2JJ
P215/50ZR17220 (2.2, 32)220 (2.2, 32)17 7JJ
P215/50R17 90H220 (2.2, 32)220 (2.2, 32)17 7JJ
Four −wheel drive modelsP205/55R16 89H240 (2.4, 35)220 (2.2, 32)16 61/2JJ
Compact spare tire
Ti r e siz e k P a (k gf / c m2 or bar, psi) Wheel size
T135/70R16 420 (4.2, 60) 164T
T135/80R16 420 (4.2, 60) 164T
Wheel nut torque, N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf): 103 (10.5, 77)
NOTE: For a complete information on tires (e.g. replacing tires or replacing wheels), see “Precautions for tires of
four −wheel drive models” through “Aluminum wheel precautions”, pages 263 through 273, in Section 7 −2.
Tires