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Toyota 2011 Matrix User Manual

Toyota 2011 Matrix
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONS MEANING
4WD 4 Wheel Drive
A/C Air Conditioning
ABS Anti-lock Brake System
ACC Accessory
ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
AWD All Wheel Drive
CRS Child Restraint System
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event Data Recorder
ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating
GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LED Light Emitting Diode
MMT Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + S Mud and Snow
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBD On Board Diagnostics
SRS Supplemental Restraint System
TIN Tire Identification Number
TPMS Tire Pressure Warning System
TRAC Traction Control
VIN Vehicle Identification Number
VSC Vehicle Stability Control

Table of Contents

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Toyota 2011 Matrix Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandToyota
Model2011 Matrix
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Abbreviation list

1 Before driving

Key information

Information about keys, key number plate, and precautions when riding in an aircraft.

Opening, Closing, and Locking the Doors

Instructions on using wireless remote control, key, or door lock switch to lock/unlock vehicle doors.

Adjustable Components: Seats, Mirrors, Steering Wheel

Guidance on adjusting front seats, rear seats, head restraints, steering wheel, and mirrors.

Opening and Closing the Windows

Instructions for operating power windows and moon roof, including lock switch functionality.

Refueling

Steps for opening the fuel tank cap and important cautions regarding refueling the vehicle.

Theft Deterrent System: Engine Immobilizer

Information on the engine immobilizer system, its maintenance, and potential malfunction causes.

Safety Information: SRS Airbags

Details on SRS airbags, components, deployment conditions, and essential safety precautions.

2 When Driving

Driving Procedures

Essential procedures for starting, driving, and parking the vehicle, covering automatic and manual transmissions.

Instrument Cluster: Gauges and Meters

Explanation of the gauges, meters, and displays on the instrument cluster when the engine switch is ON.

Instrument Cluster: Indicators and Warning Lights

Information on indicator and warning lights that inform the driver of the vehicle's system status.

Operating Lights and Wipers

Instructions on operating headlights, fog lights, and turn signals, as well as windshield wipers and washers.

Other Driving Systems: Cruise Control

How to use the cruise control system to maintain a set speed without using the accelerator pedal.

Other Driving Systems: Driving Assist Systems

Explanation of systems like ABS, Brake Assist, VSC, TRAC, EPS, and Active Torque Control 4WD.

Driving Information: Cargo and Luggage

Guidelines on storage precautions, cargo capacity, load limits, and distribution for safe driving.

3 Interior Features

Air Conditioning System and Defogger

Instructions on adjusting temperature, fan speed, and air outlets for the air conditioning and heating system.

Audio System Types

Overview of different audio system types, including CD player and AM/FM radio functions.

Bluetooth® Audio System

Enables enjoying music from portable players via wireless communication using Bluetooth®.

Hands-Free Phone System (for Cellular Phone)

Features and operation of the hands-free phone system, allowing calls without cables or phone operation.

Interior Lights List

Identification of interior lights, including personal and general interior lighting.

Storage Features: List of Features

Overview of storage spaces like auxiliary boxes, glove box, bottle holders, cup holders, and console box.

Other Interior Features: Sun Visors

Instructions on how to use and position the sun visors for optimal sun protection.

4 Maintenance and Care

Cleaning and Protecting the Vehicle Exterior

Procedures for washing, waxing, and protecting the vehicle's exterior, including care for aluminum wheels and bumpers.

Cleaning and Protecting the Vehicle Interior

Guidelines for cleaning and protecting the vehicle's interior, including leather and synthetic leather areas.

Maintenance Requirements

Information on general, scheduled, and do-it-yourself maintenance, including warranty coverage considerations.

Do-It-Yourself Maintenance: Service Precautions

Essential precautions and tools required for performing DIY maintenance on the vehicle.

Do-It-Yourself Maintenance: Engine Compartment

Safety precautions and component identification for working in the engine compartment.

Do-It-Yourself Maintenance: Tires

Guidance on checking tires, tire rotation, and the tire pressure warning system (if equipped).

Do-It-Yourself Maintenance: Air Conditioning Filter

Instructions for removing, replacing, and checking the air conditioning filter for optimal efficiency.

Do-It-Yourself Maintenance: Key Battery Replacement

Steps for replacing the battery in the wireless remote control key.

Do-It-Yourself Maintenance: Checking and Replacing Fuses

Procedure for checking and replacing fuses in the engine compartment and under the driver's side instrument panel.

5 When Trouble Arises

Essential Information: Emergency Flashers

Instructions on how to use emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is involved in an accident.

Essential Information: Towing Your Vehicle

Recommendations for towing your vehicle, including proper procedures and types of trucks or dollies to use.

Steps to Take in an Emergency: Warning Lights and Buzzers

Guidance on what to do when warning lights or buzzers activate, including brake system and charging system warnings.

Steps to Take in an Emergency: Using the Tire Jack

Precautions and instructions for safely using the tire jack to lift the vehicle for tire replacement.

Steps to Take in an Emergency: Engine Will Not Start

Troubleshooting steps if the engine does not start, covering starter motor, battery, and immobilizer system issues.

Steps to Take in an Emergency: Shift Lever Stuck in P

Emergency procedure to shift the lever out of P if it cannot be moved normally, potentially due to a shift lock system issue.

Steps to Take in an Emergency: Losing Keys

Information on how to obtain new genuine keys from a Toyota dealer if your keys are lost.

Steps to Take in an Emergency: Discharged Battery

Procedures for jump-starting the engine using jumper cables and another vehicle.

Steps to Take in an Emergency: Handling the Battery

Precautions for avoiding battery fires or explosions, and handling battery fluids safely.

Steps to Take in an Emergency: Engine Overheating

Procedure to follow if the engine overheats, including checking for steam, fans, and coolant levels.

Steps to Take in an Emergency: Vehicle Stuck

Procedures to free the vehicle if it becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow, and cautions when shifting the lever.

Steps to Take in an Emergency: Engine Will Not Start

Troubleshooting steps if the engine does not start, covering starter motor, battery, and immobilizer system issues.

Steps to Take in an Emergency: Discharged Battery

Procedures for jump-starting the engine using jumper cables and another vehicle.

6 Vehicle Specifications

Specifications: Dimensions and Weights

Key dimensions like overall length, width, height, wheelbase, tread, vehicle capacity, and towing capacity.

Specifications: Vehicle Identification

Information on the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) location and its importance for registration.

Specifications: Engine (1.8 L 4-cylinder, 2.4 L 4-cylinder)

Detailed engine specifications including model, type, bore, stroke, displacement, drive belt tension, and valve clearance.

Specifications: Fuel

Details on fuel type, octane rating, and fuel tank capacity.

Specifications: Lubrication System: Engine Oil

Recommendations for engine oil grade, viscosity, and capacity for proper lubrication.

Specifications: Cooling System and Ignition System

Details on cooling system capacity and coolant type, and spark plug specifications.

Customizable Features: Wireless Remote Control

Customizable settings for wireless remote control functions like unlocking, door locks, and operation signals.

Initialization: Items to Initialize

Items that must be initialized for normal system operation, such as maintenance data and tire pressure warning system.

7 For Owners

Reporting Safety Defects for U.S. Owners

Information on how to report vehicle defects to NHTSA and Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

Seat Belt Instructions for Canadian Owners (in French)

French explanation of seat belt instructions, with reference to English details.

SRS Airbag Instructions for Canadian Owners (in French)

French explanation of SRS airbag instructions, with reference to English details.

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