2009 TOYOTA MATRIX wiper fluid

130 2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
■The windshield wipers and washers can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
■Intermittent windshield wiper interval mode (if equipped)
Wiper intervals can be adjusted for intermittent operation.
■If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked and if there is washer fluid in
the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
Decreases the intermittent windshield
wiper frequency
Increases the intermittent windshield
wiper frequency

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
2
When driving
Rear window wiper and washer (if equipped)
■The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch is in “ON”.
NOTICE
■When the rear window is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the rear window.
■When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
Intermittent window wiper
operation
Normal window wiper oper-
ation
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Wiper operate automatically.
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Wiper operate automatically.

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2-5. Driving information
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
●Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
●Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
●To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
●Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis.
●Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

437 Alphabetical index
Vanity mirrors .......................... 245
Vehicle identification
number................................... 391
Vehicle stability control .......... 136
VSC ........................................... 136
Warning buzzers
Brake system........................ 352
Downshifting ......................... 114
Seat belt reminder ................ 355
Warning lights
Active torque control 4WD
system warning light .......... 353
Anti-lock brake system ......... 353
Brake assist system ............. 353
Brake system........................ 352
Charging system .................. 353
Electric power steering
warning light ....................... 353
Engine oil maintenance ........ 355
Engine oil pressure............... 353
Low fuel level........................ 355
Low tire pressure warning
light .................................... 355
Malfunction indicator lamp.... 353
Open door ............................ 355
Pretensioners ....................... 353
Seat belt reminder light ........ 355
SRS airbags ......................... 353
Washer fluid ......................... 355Washer
Checking ...............................301
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................144
Switch....................................129
Washing and waxing ...............268
Weight
Cargo capacity ......................140
Load limits .............................143
Weight ...................................390
Wheels ......................................316
Window glasses ........................51
Window lock switch ...................51
Windows
Power windows .......................51
Rear window defogger ..........168
Washer ..................................129
Windshield wipers ...................129
Wireless remote control key
Replacing the battery ............320
Wireless remote control ..........26
WMA disc ..................................185V
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