2011 TOYOTA MATRIX flat tire

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
and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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3-5. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................. 282
• Interior light ...................... 283
• Personal/interior lights...... 284
• Personal lights ................. 285
3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features....... 286
• Glove box ......................... 287
• Console box ..................... 287
• Cup holders ...................... 288
• Bottle holders ................... 290
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 291
3-7. Other interior features
Sun visors .......................... 293
Vanity mirrors ..................... 294
Clock .................................. 295
Ashtrays ............................. 296
Cigarette lighter .................. 297
Power outlet ....................... 298
Grocery bag hook............... 300
Seatback table ................... 302
Floor mat ............................ 303
Luggage compartment
feature .............................. 304
Compass ............................ 3114-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 316
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 319
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................... 322
General maintenance ......... 324
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 327
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ....................... 328
Hood ................................... 332
Positioning a floor jack........ 334
Engine compartment .......... 337
Tires.................................... 351
Tire inflation pressure ......... 360
Wheels................................ 364
Air conditioning filter ........... 366
Key battery ......................... 368
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................. 371
Light bulbs .......................... 380
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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 ............ 399
5-2. 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 ........................ 4386-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 442
Fuel information.................. 457
Tire information .................. 460
6-2. Customization
Customizable features........ 472
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize ................. 474
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ................ 476
Seat belt instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 477
SRS airbag instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 479
Abbreviation list ......................... 488
Alphabetical index ..................... 489
What to do if... ........................... 498
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
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Tires
●Rotation
●Replacement
●Inflation pressure
●Information
P. 351
P. 411
P. 454
P. 460
Back door P. 34Doors P. 29
Fuel filler door P. 62
Rear turn signal lights P. 126
Rear window defoggerP. 179

: If equipped
Stop/tail and rear side
marker lights
P. 135
Rear window wiper  P. 140
License plate lights P. 135

114 2-1. Driving procedures
NOTICE
■If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear limit indica-
tors)
Have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon
as possible.
Rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads
and/or those of the brake discs are exceeded.
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.
●The vehicle will behave abnormally.
Replace a flat tire with a new one. (P. 414)
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle.
●Engine stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following.
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, tran-
saxle, transfer (AWD vehicles), differential, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft (AWD vehicles), bearings and
suspension joints (where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings,
etc.

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When driving
CAUTION
■When VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes and a warning buzzer sounds. Always drive
carefully. Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care
when the indicator light flashes and a buzzer sounds.
■When TRAC and VSC are off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi-
tions. As these are systems to ensure vehicle stability and driving force, do
not turn off TRAC and VSC unless necessary.
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the same size, brand, tread pattern and total
load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the recom-
mended tire pressure level.
The ABS and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires are fit-
ted on the vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or
wheels.
■Handling of tires and suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect
the driving assist systems, and may cause the system to malfunction.
■Active Torque Control 4WD system
●The AWD system of this vehicle is intended to ensure driving stability on
normal roads. It is not designed for use in demanding situations such as
rally driving.
●Take care when driving on slippery road surfaces.

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When driving
■Before towing
●Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. (P. 360)
●Trailer tires should be inflated according to the trailer manufacturer's rec-
ommendation.
●All trailer lights must work in order to be legal.
●Confirm all lights work each time you connect them.
●Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer
is hitched. Do not drive if the vehicle is not level, and check for improper
tongue load, overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
●Make sure the trailer cargo is securely loaded.
●Check that your rear view mirrors conform to any federal, state/provincial
or local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for
towing purposes.
■Break-in schedule
Toyota recommends that you do not use a new vehicle or a vehicle with any
new power train components (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bear-
ings, etc.) to tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of driving.
■Maintenance
●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance
due to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner's Manual Supplement”.)
●Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approxi-
mately 600 miles (1000 km) of trailer towing.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior......... 316
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior.......... 319
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................. 322
General maintenance....... 324
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 3274-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions .................... 328
Hood ................................ 332
Positioning a floor jack ..... 334
Engine compartment ........ 337
Tires ................................. 351
Tire inflation pressure ...... 360
Wheels ............................. 364
Air conditioning filter......... 366
Key battery ....................... 368
Checking and replacing
fuses .............................. 371
Light bulbs........................ 380