2010 TOYOTA MATRIX check engine light

Maintenance and care4
273
4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior......... 274
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior.......... 276
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................. 279
General maintenance....... 281
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 2844-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions .................... 285
Hood ................................ 289
Positioning a floor jack ..... 291
Engine compartment ........ 294
Tires ................................. 308
Tire inflation pressure ...... 317
Wheels ............................. 321
Air conditioning filter......... 323
Key battery ....................... 325
Checking and replacing
fuses .............................. 328
Light bulbs........................ 337

5
When trouble arises
363 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
*: Driver's and front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzers:
The driver’s and front passenger’s seat belts warning buzzers sound to alert
the driver and front passenger that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The
buzzer sounds intermittently for 10 seconds after the vehicle has reached a
speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the
buzzer will sound at a different tone for 20 more seconds.(U.S.A.)Engine oil replacement
reminder light
Illuminates for about 3 sec-
onds and then flashes for
about 15 seconds approxi-
mately 4500 miles (7200
km) after the engine oil is
changed: Indicates that the
engine oil is scheduled to be
changed.Check the engine oil, and
change if necessary.
Comes on and remains on if
the distance driven exceeds
5000 miles (8000 km): Indi-
cates that the engine oil
should be changed.Check and change the
engine oil.
Tire pressure warning
light (if equipped)
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure.Adjust the tire inflation
pressure.
When the light comes on
after blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire
pressure warning system.Have the system checked
by your Toyota dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure

364 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Front passenger detection sensor and passenger seat belt reminder
●If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger
detection sensor may cause the warning light to flash, even if a passen-
ger is not sitting in the seat.
●If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passen-
ger, and the warning light may not operate properly.
■Changing the engine oil (U.S.A. only)
Make sure to reset the oil change system. (P. 298)
■
When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level.
Pushing the tire pressure warning reset switch does not turn off the tire
pressure warning light.
■The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes such
as natural air leaks or tire inflation pressure changes caused by temper-
ature. In this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the
warning light (after a few minutes).

366 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1
minute frequently
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute fre-
quently when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, have it
checked by your Toyota dealer.
■Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features P. 427) However, Toyota recommends that the
seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passen-
ger that the seat belts are not fastened.
CAUTION
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired
by the nearest Toyota dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

5
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

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

439 Alphabetical index
Daytime running light
system ................................... 133
Defogger
Rear window......................... 174
Side mirror ............................ 174
Dimension ................................ 396
Dinghy towing .................. 163,164
Display
Trip meter ............................. 126
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 285
Doors
Door glasses .......................... 56
Door lock .......................... 26, 29
Side mirrors ............................ 54
Driver's seat belt reminder
light ........................................ 362
Driving
Break-in tips ......................... 104
Correct posture....................... 68
Procedures ........................... 102
Winter driving tips ................. 151
Electric power steering........... 142
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 348
Emergency, in case of
If a warning light turns on ..... 359
If the engine will not start...... 383
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 384
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ............. 386
If the warning buzzer
sounds ............................... 359If you have a flat tire .............369
If you lose your keys .............385
If you think something is
wrong ..................................355
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................394
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ..................................349
If your vehicle overheats .......391
Engine
Compartment ........................294
Engine switch ........................112
Hood......................................289
How to start the
engine .................................112
Identification number .............397
If the engine will not start ......383
Ignition switch........................112
Overheating...........................391
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................403
Checking ...............................300
Preparing and checking before
winter ..................................151
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ......................................126
Engine immobilizer system.......65
Engine oil
Capacity ................................401
Checking ...............................296
Preparing and checking before
winter ..................................151
Engine oil maintenance
data .........................................298
EPS ............................................142
Event data recorder .................357D
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