seats TOYOTA MATRIX 2013 E140 / 2.G Owner's Guide

89 1-7. Safety information
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Before driving
CAUTION
■Front passenger occupant classification system precautions
●Do not recline the front passenger seatback so far that it touches a rear
seat. This may cause the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light to be illuminated,
which indicates that the passenger’s airbags will not deploy in the event of
a severe accident. If the seatback touches the rear seat, return the seat-
back to a position where it does not touch the rear seat. Keep the front
passenger seatback as upright as possible when the vehicle is moving.
Reclining the seatback excessively may lessen the effectiveness of the
seat belt system.
●If an adult sits in the front passenger seat, the “AIR BAG ON” indicator
light is illuminated. If the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator is illuminated, ask the
passenger to sit up straight, well back in the seat, feet on the floor, and
with the seat belt worn correctly. If the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator still
remains illuminated, either ask the passenger to move to the rear seat, or
if that is not possible, move the front passenger seat fully rearward.
●When it is unavoidable to install the forward-facing child restraint system
on the front passenger seat, install the child restraint system on the front
passenger seat in the proper order. (P. 94)
●Do not modify or remove the front seats.
●Do not kick the front passenger seat or subject it to severe impact. Other-
wise, the SRS warning light may come on to indicate a malfunction of the
detection system. In this case, contact your Toyota dealer immediately.
●Child restraint systems installed on the rear seat should not contact the
front seatbacks.
●Do not use a seat accessory, such as a cushion or seat cover, that covers
the seat cushion surface.
●Do not modify or replace the upholstery of the front seat.

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1-7. Safety information
Installing child restraints
Follow the child restraint system manufacturer's instructions. Firmly
secure child restraints to the rear seats using the LATCH anchors or
a seat belt. Attach the top tether strap when installing a child
restraint.
The lap/shoulder belt can be used if your child restraint system is
not compatible with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Chil-
dren) system.
Seat belts equipped with a
child restraint locking mecha-
nism (ALR/ELR belts except
driver’s seat belt) (P. 48)
Child restraint LATCH anchors
LATCH anchors are provided
for the outside rear seats. (But-
tons displaying the location of
the anchors are attached to the
seats.)
Anchor bracket (for top tether
strap)
Anchor brackets are provided
for all rear seats.

160 2-5. Driving information
CAUTION
■Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●To prevent cargo and luggage from sliding forward during braking, do
not stack anything in the luggage compartment. Keep cargo and lug-
gage low, as close to the floor as possible.
●Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not
designed for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat
belts properly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer
death or serious bodily injury, in the event of sudden braking, sudden
swerving or an accident.
●Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations as the
item may get under the clutch, brake or accelerator pedal and prevent
the pedals from being depressed properly, block the driver’s vision, or
hit the driver or passengers, causing an accident.
• Driver’s feet
• Front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)
• Instrument panel
• Dashboard
• Tonneau cover (if equipped)
●Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and
injure someone during sudden braking, sudden swerving or an acci-
dent.
■Capacity and distribution
●Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle
weight rating.
●Even if the total load of occupant's weight and the cargo load is less
than the total load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly.
Improper loading may cause deterioration of steering or braking con-
trol which may cause death or serious injury.

323 4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal• Moves smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching)?
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanism• Can the vehicle be held securely
on an incline with the shift lever in
P?
Brake pedal• Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clear-
ance and correct amount of free
play?
Brakes• Not pull to one side when
applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Clutch pedal • Moves smoothly?
Head restraints• Move smoothly and lock
securely?
Indicators/buzzers • Function properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
Parking brake• Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on
an incline?
Seat belts• Does the seat belt system oper-
ate smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
Seats• Do the seat controls operate
properly?
Steering wheel• Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?

420 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■When the spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following sys-
tems may not operate correctly:
●ABS & Brake assist
●VSC
●TRAC
Also, not only can the following system not be utilized fully, it may actu-
ally negatively effect the drive-train components:
●Active Torque Control 4WD system (if equipped)
■When stowing the flat tire
●
Make sure the rear seats are in their original position.
●Secure it using a tire tie-down belt. Otherwise, the flat tire may fly out
in case of the sudden braking or an accident, resulting in death or seri-
ous injury.
NOTICE
■Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair.
■Be careful when driving over bumps with the compact spare tire
installed on the vehicle
The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire
compared to when driving with standard tires. Be careful when driving
over uneven road surfaces.
■Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving
performance.

463 6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire fail-
ure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weightThe combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weightThe weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weightThe sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight

489 Alphabetical index
Back door
Back door ............................... 36
Wireless remote control.......... 28
Back-up lights
Wattage ................................ 453
Battery
Checking .............................. 345
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ............. 425
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 162
Bluetooth
® audio..................... 251
Bluetooth® phone ................... 251
Bottle holder ............................ 287
Brake
Fluid...................................... 343
Parking brake ....................... 130
Brake assist ............................. 152
Break-in tips ............................ 109Care
Exterior ..................................314
Interior ...................................317
Seat belts ..............................318
Cargo capacity .........................157
Cargo hooks .............................302
CD changer ...............................207
CD player ..................................207
Chains .......................................162
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition ..........90
Booster seats, installation .......94
Convertible seats,
definition ...............................90
Convertible seats,
installation .............................94
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............85
Infant seats, definition .............90
Infant seats, installation...........94
Installing CRS with LATCH
anchors .................................95
Installing CRS with
seat belts ..............................97
Installing CRS with top tether
straps ..................................101
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Floor mat................................... 301
Fluid
Brake ..................................... 343
Washer .................................. 347
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 378
Switch.................................... 141
Wattage ................................. 453
Front passenger occupant
classification system ..............85
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light......................... 400
Front seats
Adjustment ..............................40
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 378
Switch.................................... 138
Wattage ................................. 453
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 378
Switch.................................... 129
Wattage ................................. 453
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 442
Fuel gauge ............................ 132
Fuel pump shut off system .... 396
Gas station information ......... 500
Information ............................ 454
Refueling .................................64
Type ...................................... 442
Fuel door.....................................64
Fuel filler door ............................64
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 396
Fuses......................................... 369Gas station information .......... 500
Gauges...................................... 132
Glove box ................................. 284
Grocery bag hooks .................. 297
Hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ................ 251
Hazard lights
Switch ................................... 388
Head restraints
Adjusting ................................ 46
Headlights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 378
Switch ................................... 138
Wattage................................. 453
Heaters
Side mirror ............................ 193
Hood.......................................... 330
Hooks
Cargo hooks.......................... 302
Grocery bag hooks................ 297
Horn .......................................... 131FG
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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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495 Alphabetical index
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt ............ 48
Automatic Locking
Retractor .............................. 49
Child restraint system
installation ............................ 94
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts...................... 318
Emergency Locking
Retractor .............................. 49
How to wear your seat belt ..... 48
How your child should wear
the seat belt ......................... 50
Pregnant women, proper seat
belt use ................................ 50
Reminder light ...................... 400
Seat belt extenders ................ 50
Seat belt pretensioners .......... 49
Seatback table ......................... 299
Seating capacity ...................... 161
Seats
Adjustment ............................. 40
Adjustment precautions .......... 42
Child seats/child restraint
system installation................ 94
Cleaning ............................... 317
Head restraint ......................... 46
Properly sitting in the seat ...... 71
Rear seat folding down........... 44
Seatback table...................... 299
Service reminder
indicators .............................. 135Shift lever
Automatic transmission .........122
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P................. 423
Manual transmission .............127
Shift lock system .....................423
Side airbags................................73
Side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs .............378
Switch....................................138
Wattage .................................453
Side mirror
Adjusting .................................57
Spare tire
Inflation pressure...................358
Storage location ....................408
Spark plug ................................446
Specifications...........................438
Speedometer ............................132
Steering
Column lock release..............120
Steering wheel
Adjustment ..............................54
Audio switches ......................248
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs .............378
Wattage .................................453
Storage feature.........................283
Storage precautions ................157
Stuck
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................433
Sun visors.................................290S