2011 TOYOTA MATRIX engine

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Maintenance and care
■How to initialize the tire pressure warning system
Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn the engine switch
OFF.
While the vehicle is moving, initialization is not performed.
Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified cold tire infla-
tion pressure level. (P. 454)
Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to the specified cold tire
inflation pressure level. The tire pressure warning system will
operate based on this pressure level.
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position.
Push and hold the tire pressure
warning reset switch until the tire
pressure warning light blinks
slowly 3 times.
Wait for a few minutes with the engine switch in the “ON” posi-
tion, and then turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

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Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
■Removal method
Turn the engine switch OFF.
Open the glove box. Slide off
the damper.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.
Remove the filter cover.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

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Maintenance and care
Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have
blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.
Turn the engine switch OFF.
Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment
Push the tab in and lift the lid
off.
Under the driver’s side instrument panel
Remove the lid.
After a system failure, see “Fuse layout and amperage rat-
ings” (P. 374) for details about which fuse to check.STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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Fuse layout and amperage ratings
■Engine compartment
FuseAmpereCircuit
1 CDS FAN 30 A Electric cooling fan(s)
2 RDI FAN 40 A Electric cooling fan(s)
3 ABS NO. 3 30 AAnti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system
4 ABS NO. 1 50 AAnti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system
5 HTR 50 A Air conditioning system
6 ALT 120 ACharging system, RDI FAN, CDS
FAN, ABS NO. 1, ABS NO. 3, PWR
OUTLET/ INVERTER, HTR, HTR
SUB NO. 1, HTR SUB NO. 3, ACC,
CIG, ECU-IG NO. 2, HTR-IG,
WIPER, RR WIPER, WASHER,
ECU-IG NO. 1, AM1, 4WD, DOOR,
STOP, FR DOOR, POWER, RR
DOOR, RL DOOR, OBD, ACC-B,
FR FOG, SUNROOF, DEF, MIR
HTR, TAIL, PANEL

When trouble arises5
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ......... 390
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ........................ 391
If you think something
is wrong ......................... 397
Fuel pump shut off
system ........................... 398
Event data recorder ......... 3995-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ....................... 401
If you have a flat tire......... 411
If the engine will not
start ................................ 425
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P................. 426
If you lose your keys ........ 427
If the battery is
discharged ..................... 428
If your vehicle
overheats ....................... 433
If the vehicle becomes
stuck .............................. 436
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ..................... 438

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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.
Use the emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is
involved in an accident.
Press the switch to flash all
the turn signal lights. To turn
them off, press the switch
once again.

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5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
●The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
●The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Toyota dealer or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type
truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
2WD models: If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck from
the front, the vehicle's rear wheels and axles must be in good condi-
tions. (P. 393, 396)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.
AWD models: If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck, use a
towing dolly. (P. 393, 396)

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Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency
towing eyelet. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads
for short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine
Towing eyelet
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
Towing eyelet