2013 TOYOTA MATRIX check oil

117 2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
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. 411)
■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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2-5. Driving information
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
●Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
●Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
●To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
●Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis.
●Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

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4-2. Maintenance
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the connections.
(P. 345)
Brake fluid At the correct level? (P. 343)
Engine coolant At the correct level? (P. 341)
Engine oil At the correct level? (P. 337)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hosesNot blocked with foreign matter?
(P. 342)
Washer fluid At the correct level? (P. 347)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Owner's Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled
Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified
service shop for advice.

337 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the bottom of the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and
pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine with flat dipstick and 2.4 L 4-cyl-
inder (2AZ-FE) engine
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine with non-flat dipstick
Reinsert the non-flat dipstick fully
with its protruding areas ( in
the illustration) pointing towards
the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
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339 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selectionP. 443
Oil quantity
(Low  Full)1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine
1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
1.1 qt. (1.0 L, 0.9 Imp. qt.)
Items Clean funnel
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the follow-
ing situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle
or after replacing the engine
●If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
●2.4L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine: When driving at high engine speeds or
with a heavy load, when towing, or when driving while accelerating or
decelerating frequently
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340 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
●1.8L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine: When driving at high engine speeds or
with a heavy load, or when driving while accelerating or decelerating fre-
quently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
CAUTION
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should
be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine
oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
●Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground. Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for
information concerning recycling or disposal.
●Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
●Avoid overfilling, as the engine could be damaged.
●Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
●Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

491 Alphabetical index
Electric power steering........... 152
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 388
Emergency, in case of
If a warning light turns on ..... 397
If the engine will not start...... 422
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 423
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ............. 425
If the warning buzzer
sounds ............................... 397
If you have a flat tire ............ 408
If you lose your keys............. 424
If you think something is
wrong ................................. 395
If your vehicle becomes
stuck................................... 433
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency... 435
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................. 389
If your vehicle overheats ...... 430Engine
Compartment ........................335
Engine switch ........................118
Hood......................................330
How to start the
engine .................................118
Identification number .............439
If the engine will not start ......422
Ignition switch........................118
Overheating...........................430
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................445
Checking ...............................341
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................162
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ......................................132
Engine immobilizer system.......68
Engine oil
Capacity ................................443
Checking ...............................337
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................162
EPS ............................................152
Event data recorder ...................19E

497 Alphabetical index
Warning buzzers
Brake system........................ 397
Downshifting ......................... 126
Seat belt reminder ................ 400
Warning lights
Active Torque Control 4WD
system warning light .......... 398
Anti-lock brake system ......... 398
Brake assist system ............. 398
Brake system........................ 397
Charging system .................. 398
Electric power steering
warning light ....................... 398
Engine oil maintenance ........ 400
Engine oil pressure............... 398
Low fuel level........................ 400
Low tire pressure warning
light .................................... 400
Malfunction indicator lamp.... 398
Open door ............................ 400
Pretensioners ....................... 398
Seat belt reminder light ........ 400
SRS airbags ......................... 398
Washer fluid ......................... 400Washer
Checking ...............................347
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................162
Switch....................................143
Washing and waxing ...............314
Weight
Cargo capacity ......................157
Load limits .............................161
Weight ...................................438
Wheels ......................................362
Window glasses ........................59
Window lock switch ...................59
Windows
Power windows .......................59
Rear window defogger ..........193
Washer ..................................143
Windshield wipers ...................143
Wireless remote control key
Replacing the battery ............367
Wireless remote control ..........28
WMA disc ..................................215W