2009 TOYOTA MATRIX hood release

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VSC/TRAC off switch ∗ P. 135
Auxiliary box P. 242
∗: If equipped
Hood lock release
lever
P. 283

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Hood
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Lift the auxiliary catch lever
and lift the hood.
Hold the hood open by insert-
ing the supporting rod into the
slot.
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STEP2
STEP3

386 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Overheating
If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating.
●The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of
power is experienced.
●Steam is coming from under the hood.
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
●Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and other belts while the
engine is running.
●Do not loosen the coolant reservoir cap while the engine and radiator are
hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is
unavailable.
(→P. 396)
Have the vehicle checked at the nearest Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch lever
P. 283Fuel filler door
P. 5 6
Hood lock release lever
P. 2 8 3
Fuel filler door opener
P. 5 6Tire inflation pressure
P. 400
Fuel tank capacity 13.2 gal. (50 L, 10.9 Imp.gal.)
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P. 57, 394
Cold tire inflation pressure P. 400
Engine oil
capacity
(Drain and refill)
1.8 L 4-cyl-
inder (2ZR-
FE) engineqt. (L, Imp.qt)
With filter 4.4 (4.2, 3.7)
Without filter 4.1 (3.9, 3.4)
2.4 L 4-cyl-
inder (2AZ-
FE) engineWith filter 4.0 (3.8, 3.3)
Without filter 3.8 (3.6, 3.2)
Engine oil type P. 395