2009 TOYOTA MATRIX fuel

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not start
If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting
procedure (→P. 106) or releasing the steering lock (→P. 108), confirm
the following points.
■The engine will not start even when the starter motor oper-
ates normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
●The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. (→P. 106)
●There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(→P. 6 0 )
■The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at
a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●The battery may be discharged. (→P. 379)
●The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
■The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
●The battery may be discharged. (→P. 379)
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.

Vehicle specifications6
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6-1. Specifications................. 390
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.) ......... 390
Fuel information ............... 405
Tire information ................ 408
6-2. Customization ................ 420
Customizable features ..... 420
6-3. Initialization .................... 422
Items to initialize .............. 422

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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weights
*1: Vehicles with 1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine and vehicles with AWD
model
*2: Vehicles with 2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine of 2WD model
*3: Vehicles without double wishbone rear suspension
*4: Vehicles with double wishbone rear suspension
Overall length171.9 in. (4365 mm)
*1
173.0 in. (4395 mm)*2
Overall width 69.5 in (1765 mm)
Overall height61.0 in (1550 mm)
*3
61.4 in (1560 mm)*4
Wheelbase 102.4 in (2600 mm)
TreadFront 59.8 in (1519 mm)
Rear 59.9 in (1522 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)850 lb. (385 kg)
Towing capacity
(Trailer weight + cargo weight)1500 lb. (680 kg)

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2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
Fuel
Model 2AZ-FE engine
Ty p e4 cylinder in line,
4 cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.48 × 3.78 in.
(88.5 × 96.0 mm)
Displacement 144.1 cu.in. (2362 cm3)
Drive belt tension Automatic adjustment
Valve clearance (engine cold)
Intake
Exhaust0.007 ⎯ 0.011 in.
(0.19 ⎯ 0.29 mm)
0.015 ⎯ 0.019 in.
(0.38 ⎯ 0.48 mm)
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only
Octane rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity 13.2 gal. (50 L, 10.9 Imp.gal.)

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Vehicle specifications
Lubrication system
Oil viscosity
●The 0W portion of the oil viscosity rating indicates the characteristic
of the oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before
the W allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
●The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the oil viscosity when the oil is at its oper-
ating temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity may be better suited
if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme load con-
ditions.
Oil capacity
(drain and refill)
With filter
Without filter1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine
4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp.qt.)
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
4.0 qt. (3.8 L, 3.3 Imp.qt.)
1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine
4.1 qt. (3.9 L, 3.4 Imp.qt.)
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
3.8 qt. (3.6 L, 3.2 Imp.qt.)
Oil grade ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended oil
viscosityUse Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor
Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the grade and vis-
cosity shown below.
0W-20 is the oil that provides the optimal level
of fuel efficiency.
Outside temperature

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Vehicle specifications
Fuel information
■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Toyota has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
■If your engine knocks
●Consult your Toyota dealer.
●You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while acceler-
ating or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
■Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gas-
oline you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of
gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your Toyota dealer.
■Gasoline quality standards
●Automotive manufacturers in the U.S., the Europe and Japan have
developed a specification for fuel quality called World-Wide Fuel Charter
(WWFC) that is expected to be applied worldwide.
●The WWFC consists of four categories that are based on required emis-
sion levels. In the U.S., category 4 has been adopted.
●The WWFC improves air quality by lowering emissions in vehicle fleets,
and improves customer satisfaction through better performance.
You must only use unleaded gasoline in your vehicle.
Unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating of 87 (Research Octane
Number 91) or higher is required for optimum engine performance.
At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications
of ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB3.5-M93 in Canada.

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■Toyota recommends the use of gasoline containing detergent additives
●Toyota recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives
to avoid build-up of engine deposits.
●All gasoline sold in the U.S. contains detergent additives to clean and/or
keep clean intake systems.
■Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline
Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformulated gasoline that contains oxy-
genates such as ethanol or MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) is available in
many areas.
Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately
blended reformulated gasoline. These types of gasoline provide excellent
vehicle performance, reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
■Toyota does not recommend blended gasoline
●Toyota allows the use of oxygenate blended gasoline where the oxygen-
ate content is up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE.
●If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be sure that it has an octane rating no
lower than 87.
●Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
■Toyota does not recommend gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcy-
clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel
containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely
affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If
this happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service.

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NOTICE
■Notice on gasoline quality
●Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s catalytic converters
causing the emission control system to malfunction.
●Do not use gasohol other than that stated here.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance
problems.
■Fuel-related poor driveability
If after using a different type of fuel, poor driveability is encountered (poor
hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.), discontinue the use of that
type of fuel.
■When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle's paint.