engine overheat TOYOTA MATRIX 2013 E140 / 2.G User Guide

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When trouble arises
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CAUTION
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery.
●When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.
●Do not lean over the battery.
●In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
●Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.
●Do not allow children near the battery.
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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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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■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. 445)
Have the vehicle checked at the nearest Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
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490 Alphabetical index
Child safety
Airbag precautions ..................80
Battery precautions ....... 346, 429
Child restraint system..............90
Child-protectors .......................32
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................50
Installing child restraints ..........94
Moon roof precautions ............63
Power window lock switch.......59
Power window precautions .....60
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 368
Seat belt extender
precautions ...........................52
Seat belt precautions ..............51
Child-protectors .........................32
Cleaning
Exterior .................................. 314
Interior ................................... 317
Seat belts .............................. 318
Clock ......................................... 292
Compass ................................... 309
Condenser ................................ 342
Console box ............................. 284
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 430
Cruise control........................... 148
Cup holder ................................ 285
Curtain shield airbags ...............73
Customizable features............. 469Daytime running light
system .................................... 140
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 193
Side mirror ............................ 193
Dimension ................................ 438
Dinghy towing .................. 181, 182
Display
Trip meter.............................. 132
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 326
Doors
Door lock ........................... 28, 31
Door windows ......................... 59
Side mirrors............................. 57
Driver's seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 400
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 109
Correct posture ....................... 71
Procedures............................ 106
Winter driving tips ................. 162D

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

494 Alphabetical index
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself
maintenance ....................... 326
General maintenance ............ 322
Maintenance data.................. 438
Maintenance requirements.... 320
Manual transmission
Manual transmission ............. 127
Meter
Instrument panel light
control ................................. 134
Meters ................................... 132
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror.............55
Side mirror heater ................. 193
Side mirrors .............................57
Vanity mirrors ........................ 291
Moon roof ...................................61
MP3 disc ................................... 215
Noise from under vehicle ..........18
Odometer .................................. 132
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 337
Opener
Fuel filler door .........................64
Hood...................................... 330
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ...............57
Outside temperature
display .................................... 132
Overheating, Engine ................430Parking brake ........................... 130
Parking lights
Replacing light bulb............... 378
Switch ................................... 138
Wattage................................. 453
Personal lights
Switch ........................... 281, 282
Wattage................................. 453
Power outlet ............................. 295
Power windows .......................... 59
Radiator .................................... 342
Radio ......................................... 203
Rear seats
Folding down........................... 44
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulb............... 378
Switch ................................... 138
Wattage................................. 453
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 378
Switch ................................... 129
Wattage................................. 453
Rear view mirror
Compass ............................... 309
Rear window defogger ............ 193
Rear window wiper .................. 146
Replacing
Fuses .................................... 369
Key battery ............................ 367
Light bulbs............................. 378
Tires ...................................... 408
Reporting safety defects for
U.S.A. owners ........................ 474
Reset the maintenance
data ......................................... 321M
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 408If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 422If the engine will not start
P. 6 8Engine immobilizer system
P. 425If the battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 423If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 430If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 424If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 425If the battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 3 1Doors
The vehicle is stuck in
mud or sandP. 433If the vehicle becomes stuck
A warning light or indicator light
comes onP. 397If a warning light turns on or a
warning buzzer sounds...