2011 TOYOTA MATRIX engine overheat

166 2-5. Driving information
●When restarting after parking on a slope:
With the transmission in the P position (automatic transmis-
sion) or the clutch pedal (manual transmission) depressed,
start the engine. On vehicles with an automatic transmission,
be sure to keep the brake pedal pressed.
Shift into a forward gear. If reversing, shift into the R position.
Release the parking brake (also brake pedal on vehicles with
an automatic transmission), and slowly pull or back away from
the wheel blocks. Stop and apply the brakes.
Have someone retrieve the blocks.
CAUTION
■To avoid an accident
●Do not exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) or posted towing speed limit, whichever
is lower. As instability (swaying) of the towing vehicle-trailer combination
increases as speed increases, exceeding 45 mph (72 km/h) may cause
loss of control.
●Slow down and downshift before descending steep or long downhill
grades. Do not make sudden downshifts while descending steep or long
downhill grades.
●Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or applying the brakes too
frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat and result in reduced
braking efficiency.
●Do not tow the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed.
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3-7. Other interior features
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Interior features
Cigarette lighter
■The cigarette lighter can be used when
The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
CAUTION
■To avoid burns or fires
●Do not touch the metal parts of the cigarette lighter.
●Do not hold the cigarette lighter down. It could overheat and cause a fire.
●Do not insert anything other than the cigarette lighter into the outlet.
Push the cigarette lighter
down.
The cigarette lighter will pop up
when it is ready for use.
: If equipped

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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

432 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the vehicle
Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle, because the catalytic converter may
overheat and become a fire hazard.
■When handling jumper cables
Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fans
or any of the belts when connecting or disconnecting them.
■When attaching the engine cover (1.8 L 4-cylinder [2ZR-FE] engine)
Ensure that the rubber grommets remain attached to the engine cover. If the
grommet is attached to the bolts, transfer grommets to the engine cover.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
If your engine overheats:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condi-
tioning system.
Check to see if steam is coming out from under the hood.
If you see steam:
Stop the engine. Carefully lift the hood after the steam
subsides and then restart the engine.
If you do not see steam:
Leave the engine running and carefully lift the hood.
Check to see if the cooling fans are operating.
If the fans are operating:
Wait until the temperature of the engine (shown on the
instrument cluster) begins to fall and then stop the
engine.
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine and call your Toyota dealer.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, check the
engine coolant level and
inspect the radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks.STEP1
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434 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Overheating
If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating.
●The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of
power is experienced.
●Steam is coming from under the hood.
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
●If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, caus-
ing serious injury such as burns.
●Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and other belts while the
engine is running.
●Do not loosen the coolant reservoir cap while the engine and radiator are
hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is
unavailable.
(P. 449)
Have the vehicle checked at the nearest Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
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491 Alphabetical index
Child-protectors ........................ 30
Cleaning
Exterior ................................. 316
Interior .................................. 319
Seat belts ............................. 320
Clock ........................................ 295
Compass .................................. 311
Condenser ............................... 344
Console box............................. 287
Cooling system
Engine overheating .............. 433
Cruise control .......................... 141
Cup holder ............................... 288
Curtain shield airbags .............. 71
Customizable features ............ 472
Daytime running light
system ................................... 136
Defogger
Rear window......................... 179
Side mirror ............................ 179
Dimension ................................ 442
Dinghy towing .................. 167,168
Display
Trip meter ............................. 129
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 328
Doors
Door lock .......................... 26, 29
Door windows ......................... 57
Side mirrors ............................ 55
Driver's seat belt reminder
light ........................................ 404Driving
Break-in tips ..........................106
Correct posture .......................69
Procedures ............................104
Winter driving tips..................154
Electric power steering ...........145
Emergency flashers
Switch....................................390
Emergency, in case of
If a warning light turns on ......401
If the engine will not start ......425
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P......................426
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ..............428
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................401
If you have a flat tire .............411
If you lose your keys .............427
If you think something is
wrong ..................................397
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................436
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ...438
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ..................................391
If your vehicle overheats .......433
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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