2012 TOYOTA MATRIX maintenance

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.

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3-5. Using the interior lightsInterior lights list ................. 296
• Interior light ...................... 297
• Personal/interior lights...... 298
• Personal lights ................. 299
3-6. Using the storage features List of storage features....... 300
• Glove box ......................... 301
• Console box ..................... 301
• Cup holders ...................... 302
• Bottle holders ................... 304
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 305
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors .......................... 307
Vanity mirrors ..................... 308
Clock .................................. 309
Ashtrays ............................. 310
Cigarette lighter .................. 311
Power outlet ....................... 312
Grocery bag hook............... 314
Seatback table ................... 316
Floor mat ............................ 317
Luggage compartment feature .............................. 318
Compass ............................ 325 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 330
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 333
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 336
General maintenance ......... 338
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 341
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 342
Hood ................................... 346
Positioning a floor jack........ 348
Engine compartment .......... 351
Tires.................................... 365
Tire inflation pressure ......... 374
Wheels................................ 378
Air conditioning filter ........... 381
Key battery ......................... 383
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 385
Light bulbs .......................... 394
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ............ 404
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................... 405
If you think something is wrong ............................ 411
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 412
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 413
If you have a flat tire............ 424
If the engine will not start ................................... 438
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P.................... 439
If you lose your keys ........... 440
If the battery is discharged ........................ 441
If your vehicle overheats ..... 446
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 449
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ........................ 451 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 454
Fuel information.................. 470
Tire information .................. 473
6-2. Customization Customizable features........ 485
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ................. 487
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 490
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 491
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 493
Abbreviation list ......................... 502
Alphabetical index ..................... 504
What to do if... ........................... 514
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
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1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the key is in contact with a metallic object
● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
■ Certifications for the engine imm obilizer system (for vehicles sold in
U.S.A.)
FCC ID: WRKRI-34BTY
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
The vehicle's keys have built-in tran sponder chips that prevent the
engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in
the vehicle's on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The indicator light flashes after
the key has been removed
from the engine switch to indi-
cate that the system is operat-
ing.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the registered key
has been inserted into the
engine switch to indicate that
the system has been can-
celed.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
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Break-in schedule
If your vehicle is new or equipped with any new power train components
(such as an engine, transmission, differential or wheel bearing), Toyota rec-
ommends that you do not tow a trailer until the vehicle has been driven \
for
over 500 miles (800 km).
After the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km), you can s\
tart
towing. However, for the next 500 miles (800 km), drive the vehicle at a
speed of less than 50 mph (80 km/h) when towing a trailer, and avoid full
throttle acceleration.
■ 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 careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior......... 330
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.......... 333
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................. 336
General maintenance....... 338
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 341 4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 342
Hood ................................ 346
Positioning a floor jack ..... 348
Engine compartment ........ 351
Tires ................................. 365
Tire inflation pressure ...... 374
Wheels ............................. 378
Air conditioning filter......... 381
Key battery ....................... 383
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 385
Light bulbs........................ 394

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
■Automatic car washes
●Before washing the vehicle, do the following.
• Fold the mirrors back.
• Remove the antenna.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle's paint.
■ High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity
of the windows.
● Before car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed
properly.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition.
● Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any
dirt and dust.
Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.

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Maintenance and care
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Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use
hard brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical
cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
● Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after
driving for long distance in the hot weather.
● Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
■ Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
CAUTION
■Caution about the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled
sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.