2011 TOYOTA MATRIX brake fluid

346 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Disconnect the claws and
remove the service cover.
Remove the reservoir cap.
Add brake fluid slowly while checking the fluid level.STEP2
STEP3
■Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking effi-
ciency. Use only newly opened brake fluid.
CAUTION
■When filling the reservoir
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
STEP4

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Maintenance and care
Battery
Check the battery as follows.
■Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.
Te r m i n a l s
Hold-down clamp
Ground cable
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.
■Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. Therefore, before recharging:
●If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to discon-
nect the ground cable.
●Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and
disconnecting the charger cables to the battery.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
●Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
●Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points
higher than normal
■Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
●Excessive tire squeal when cornering
●Strange noises related to the suspension system
●Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
●Appreciable loss of power
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light turns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer: The buzzer sounds to indicate that
the parking brake is still engaged (with the vehicle having reached a speed
of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

453 6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 66 lbf (294 N, 30
kgf) while the engine is running
*2: 2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine with 18-inch tires or AWD models
*3: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 44 lbf (200 N, 20
kgf)
Pedal clearance*1
1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine
3.4 in. (87 mm)
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
• AWD models: 3.4 in. (87 mm)
• 2WD models with P215/45R18 tires:
3.4 in. (87 mm)
• 2WD models with tires other than the
above: 3.3 in. (85 mm)
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit*20.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel*36  9 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

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Back door
Back door ................................34
Wireless remote control ..........26
Back-up lights
Wattage ................................. 456
Battery
Checking ............................... 347
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery .............. 428
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 154
Bluetooth
® audio ..................... 230
Bluetooth® phone .................... 247
Bottle holder ............................. 290
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 345
Parking brake ........................ 127
Brake assist .............................. 145
Break-in tips ............................. 106
Care
Exterior .................................. 316
Interior ................................... 319
Seat belts .............................. 320
Cargo capacity ......................... 150
Cargo hooks ............................. 304
CD changer ............................... 190
CD player .................................. 190
Chains ....................................... 154Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition.......... 88
Booster seats, installation ....... 92
Convertible seats,
definition ............................... 88
Convertible seats,
installation............................. 92
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............. 83
Infant seats, definition ............. 88
Infant seats, installation .......... 92
Installing CRS with LATCH
anchors ................................. 93
Installing CRS with
seat belts .............................. 95
Installing CRS with top tether
straps .................................... 99
Child safety
Airbag precautions .................. 78
Battery precautions ....... 348, 431
Child restraint system ............. 88
Child-protectors....................... 30
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................... 48
Installing child restraints.......... 92
Moon roof precautions ............ 61
Power window lock switch ...... 57
Power window precautions ..... 58
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 369
Seat belt extender
precautions ........................... 50
Seat belt precautions .............. 49
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492 Alphabetical index
Engine
Compartment ........................ 337
Engine switch ........................ 115
Hood...................................... 332
How to start the
engine ................................. 115
Identification number ............. 443
If the engine will not start ...... 425
Ignition switch........................ 115
Overheating........................... 433
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 449
Checking ............................... 343
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 154
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ...................................... 129
Engine immobilizer system.......66
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 447
Checking ............................... 339
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 154
Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 341
EPS ............................................ 145
Event data recorder ................. 399Floor mat .................................. 303
Fluid
Brake..................................... 345
Washer.................................. 349
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 380
Switch ................................... 137
Wattage................................. 456
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 83
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light ........................ 404
Front seats
Adjustment .............................. 38
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 380
Switch ................................... 135
Wattage................................. 456
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 380
Switch ................................... 126
Wattage................................. 456
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 446
Fuel gauge ............................ 129
Fuel pump shut off system .... 398
Gas station information ......... 500
Information ............................ 457
Refueling ................................. 62
Type ...................................... 446F

497 Alphabetical index
TRAC ........................................ 146
Traction control ....................... 146
Trip meter................................. 129
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 380
Switch ................................... 126
Wattage ................................ 456
Vanity mirrors .......................... 294
Vehicle identification
number................................... 443
Vehicle stability control .......... 146
VSC ........................................... 146
Warning buzzers
Brake system........................ 401
Downshifting ......................... 123
Seat belt reminder ................ 404
Warning lights
Active Torque Control 4WD
system warning light .......... 402
Anti-lock brake system ......... 402
Brake assist system ............. 402
Brake system........................ 401
Charging system .................. 402
Electric power steering
warning light ....................... 402
Engine oil maintenance ........ 404
Engine oil pressure............... 402
Low fuel level........................ 404Low tire pressure warning
light .....................................404
Malfunction indicator lamp ....402
Open door .............................404
Pretensioners ........................402
Seat belt reminder light .........404
SRS airbags ..........................402
Washer fluid ..........................404
Washer
Checking ...............................349
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................154
Switch....................................138
Washing and waxing ...............316
Weight
Cargo capacity ......................150
Load limits .............................153
Weight ...................................442
Wheels ......................................364
Window glasses ........................57
Window lock switch ...................57
Windows
Power windows .......................57
Rear window defogger ..........179
Washer ..................................138
Windshield wipers ...................138
Wireless remote control key
Replacing the battery ............368
Wireless remote control ..........26
WMA disc ..................................197
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