2009 TOYOTA MATRIX parking brake

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
For vehicles with an automatic transmission, be careful not to shift the shift
lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
●If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the shift
lever in P (automatic transmission) or N (manual transmis-
sion).
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position (automatic trans-
mission) or 1 or R position (manual transmission) and care-
fully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.STEP1
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399 6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 66 lbf (294 N, 30
kgf) while the engine is running
*2: 2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine with 18-inch tires or AWD models
*3: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 44 lbf (200 N, 20
kgf)
Pedal clearance*1
1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine
• With vehicle stability control:
3.4 in. (87 mm)
• Without vehicle stability control:
3.2 in. (81 mm)
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
• AWD models: 3.4 in. (87 mm)
• Vehicles with P215/45R18 tires:
3.4 in. (87 mm)
• Vehicles with tires other than the
above: 3.3 in. (85 mm)
Pedal free play 0.04 ⎯ 0.24 in. (1 ⎯ 6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit*20.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel*36 ⎯ 9 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 162
ABS........................................... 135
Active torque control 4WD
system ................................... 135
Air conditioning filter .............. 318
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ............. 318
Air conditioning
system................................ 162
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .... 68
Airbag precautions for your
child...................................... 72
Airbag warning light .............. 353
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions ............................. 69
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................... 72
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............ 77
General airbag precautions .... 72
Locations of airbags ............... 65
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................. 76
Proper driving posture ...... 63, 72
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 69
Side airbag precautions.......... 72
SRS airbags ........................... 65
Antenna .................................... 175
Anti-lock brake system ........... 135
Ashtray ..................................... 247
Audio input .............................. 196Audio system
Antenna .................................175
Audio input ............................196
AUX adapter..........................196
CD player/changer ................178
MP3/WMA disc......................185
Optimal use ...........................193
Portable music player............196
Radio .....................................172
Steering wheel audio
switch ..................................197
Type ......................................169
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission .........110
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P......................377
S mode ..................................112
AUX adapter .............................196
Auxiliary boxes ................242, 256
Back-up lights
Wattage .................................404
Back door
Back door ................................33
Wireless remote control ..........26
Battery
Checking ...............................298
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ..............379
Preparing and checking before
winter ..................................144
Bluetooth
®................................200
Bottle holder .............................241
Brake
Fluid ......................................297
Parking brake ........................118
Brake assist ..............................135
Break-in tips ...............................98
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Odometer .................................. 119
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 290
Opener
Fuel filler door .........................56
Hood...................................... 283
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ...............49
Outside temperature
display .................................... 119
Overheating, Engine ................385
Parking brake ........................... 118
Parking lights
Replacing light bulb ............... 332
Switch.................................... 125
Wattage ................................. 404
Personal lights
Switch............................ 234, 235
Wattage ................................. 404
Power outlet ............................. 249
Power windows ..........................51Radiator .................................... 296
Radio ......................................... 172
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulb............... 332
Switch ................................... 125
Wattage................................. 404
Rear seats
Folding down........................... 38
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 332
Switch ................................... 117
Wattage................................. 404
Rear view mirror
Compass ............................... 262
Rear window defogger ............ 168
Rear window wiper .................. 131
Replacing
Fuses .................................... 323
Key battery ............................ 320
Light bulbs............................. 332
Tires ...................................... 362
Reporting safety defects for
U.S.A. owners ........................ 424O
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