2010 TOYOTA MATRIX light

374 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Raise the vehicle until the tire is
slightly raised off the ground.
Remove all the wheel nuts and
the tire.
When resting the tire on the
ground, place the tire so that the
wheel design faces up to avoid
scratching the wheel surface.
STEP5
STEP6

378 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Pull the ends of the belts to
secure the tire.STEP6
■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire pressure of the compact spare tire.
(P. 407)
■If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice
Install the compact spare tire on the rear of the vehicle. Perform the fol-
lowing steps and fit tire chains to the front tires.
Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of
the vehicle.
Fit tire chains to the front tires.
■After completing the tire change (vehicles with tire pressure warn-
ing system)
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (P. 309)
■When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be
warned. Also, if you replace the compact spare tire after the tire pressure
warning light comes on, the light remains on.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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When trouble arises
383
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not star t
If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting
procedure (P. 112) or releasing the steering lock (P. 114), 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. 1 1 2 )
●There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(P. 6 5 )
■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. 386)
●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. 386)
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.

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When trouble arises
387 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown in
the illustration.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle, and turn
the engine switch to the “ON” position then start the vehi-
cle's engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

388 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
Connecting the jumper cables
Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown in
the illustration.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle, and turn
the engine switch to the “ON” position then start the vehi-
cle's engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

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When trouble arises
389 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Avoiding a discharged battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned
off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery.
●Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it
is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi-
nal.
●Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” ter-
minals.
●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the battery.
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery.
●When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.
●Do not lean over the battery.
●In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
●Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.
●Do not allow children near the battery.

404 6-1. Specifications
Electrical system
Manual transaxle
Automatic transaxle
Battery
Open voltage at
68F (20C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8  12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after the
engine and all the lights turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Gear oil capacity (reference)1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine
2.0 qt. (1.9 L, 1.7 Imp. qt.)
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
2.6 qt. (2.5 L, 2.2 Imp. qt.)
Gear oil type API GL-4
Recommended gear oil
viscositySAE 75W
Fluid capacity (reference)1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine
6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp. qt.)
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine (2WD
models)
8.2 qt. (7.8 L, 6.9 Imp. qt.)
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine (AWD
models)
8.6 qt. (8.1 L, 7.1 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS

411 6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Light bulbs
A: H11 halogen bulbs B: HB3 halogen bulbs
C: Wedge base bulbs (clear) D: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
E: Double end bulbs F: HB4 halogen bulbs
Light BulbsBulb No.WTy p e
ExteriorHeadlights
Low beam
High beam9006
900551
60F
B
Front turn signal/park-
ing and front side
marker lights3457NA 27/7 D
Front fog lights (if
equipped)55 A
Rear turn signal lights21 D
Stop/tail and rear side
marker lights 7443 21/5 C
License plate lights5C
Back-up lights 921 16 C
InteriorPersonal lights8C
Interior light8E