2010 TOYOTA MATRIX air conditioning

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior fea-
turesAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt
instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ............. 147
Vehicle load limits ............... 150
Winter driving tips ............... 151
Trailer towing ...................... 155
Dinghy towing
(automatic
transmission) .................... 163
Dinghy towing
(manual transmission) ...... 164
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system ....... 168
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............... 174
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types ............. 175
Using the radio .................... 178
Using the CD player ............ 184
Playing MP3 and WMA
discs.................................. 191
Optimal use of the audio
system .............................. 199
Using the AUX adapter ....... 202
Using the steering wheel
audio switches .................. 203
3-3. Using the hands-free phone
system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone)
features ............................. 206Using the hands-free
phone system
(for cellular phone) ........... 209
Making a phone call ........... 218
Setting a cellular phone ...... 222
Security and system
setup ................................ 227
Using the phone book ........ 231
3-4. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................. 238
• Interior light ...................... 239
• Personal/interior lights...... 240
• Personal lights.................. 241
3-5. Using the storage features
List of storage features ....... 242
• Glove box ......................... 243
• Console box ..................... 243
• Cup holders ...................... 245
• Bottle holders ................... 247
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 248
3-6. Other interior features
Sun visors........................... 250
Vanity mirrors ..................... 251
Clock .................................. 252
Ashtrays ............................. 253
Cigarette lighter .................. 254
Power outlet ....................... 255
Grocery bag hook ............... 257
Seatback table.................... 259
Floor mat ............................ 260
Luggage compartment
feature .............................. 261
Compass ............................ 268
3Interior features

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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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 .......................... 284
4-3. 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 .......................... 3375-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 348
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ........................... 349
If you think something
is wrong ............................ 355
Fuel pump shut off
system .............................. 356
Event data recorder ............ 357
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 359
If you have a flat tire ........... 369
If the engine will not start .... 383
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ................... 384
If you lose your keys ........... 385
If the battery is
discharged ........................ 386
If your vehicle overheats..... 391
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................. 394
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

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Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger
switch
/rear window defogger switch  P. 174
Air conditioning system P. 168
Pictorial indexInstrument panel

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air conditioning system .... 168
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............ 174
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types .......... 175
Using the radio ................. 178
Using the CD player ......... 184
Playing MP3 and WMA discs............................... 191
Optimal use of the audio system ........................... 199
Using the AUX adapter .... 202
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 203
Interior features3

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air conditioning system
Heater
Air conditioning system
Fan speed control dial Air outlet selection dial
Air intake mode switchTemperature control dial
Air conditioning ON/OFF switch Fan speed control dial Air outlet selection dial
Air intake mode switchTemperature control dial

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Interior features
Adjusting the settings
■Adjusting the temperature setting (heater)
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise to increase the temper-
ature.
■Adjusting the temperature setting (air conditioning system)
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counter-
clockwise (cool).
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.
■Adjusting the fan speed
Turn the fan speed control dial clockwise (increase) or counter-
clockwise (decrease).
Set the dial to “0” to turn the fan off.
■Selecting the air outlets
Set the air outlet selection dial to an appropriate position.
The positions between the air outlet selections shown below can also be
selected for more detailed adjustment.
Air flows to the upper body.

170 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
: Some models
Mainly air flows to the feet.
: Some models
Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.
The air intake is automatically
switched to outside air mode. It is
not possible to return to recircu-
lated air mode when the switch is
on.
: Some models