trailer TOYOTA MATRIX 2014 E140 / 2.G Owner's Manual

180 2-5. Driving information
CAUTION
■Hitch
Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities established by the
hitch manufacturer. Even though the vehicle may be physically capable of
towing a higher weight, the operator must determine the maximum weight
rating of the particular hitch assembly and never exceed the maximum
weight rating specified for the trailer-hitch. Exceeding the maximum weight
rating set by the trailer-hitch manufacturer can cause an accident resulting in
death or serious personal injuries.
■ When towing a trailer
Toyota recommends trailers with brakes that conform to any applicable fed-
eral and state/provincial regulations.
●If the gross trailer weight exceeds unbraked TWR, trailer brakes are
required. Toyota recommends trailers with brakes that conform to all appli-
cable federal and state/provincial regulations.
● Never tap into your vehicle’s hydraulic system, as this will lower the vehi-
cle’s braking effectiveness.
● Never tow a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to both
the trailer and the vehicle. If damage occurs to the coupling unit or hitch
ball, there is danger of the trailer wandering into another lane.
NOTICE
■When installing a trailer hitch
Use only the position recommended by your Toyota dealer. Do not install the
trailer hitch on the bumper; this may cause body damage.
■ Do not directly splice trailer lights
Do not directly splice trailer lights. Directly splicing trailer lights may damage
your vehicle’s electrical system and cause a malfunction.

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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weights
*1: Except S or XRS grade models
*2: S or XRS grade models
*3: Unladen vehicle
*4: Vehicles without double wishbone rear suspension
*5: Vehicles with double wishbone rear suspension
*6: 2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine only
Overall length171.9 in. (4365 mm)*1
173.0 in. (4395 mm)*2
Overall width
69.5 in. (1765 mm)
Overall height*361.0 in. (1550 mm)*4
61.4 in. (1560 mm)*5
Wheelbase102.4 in. (2600 mm)
TreadFront 59.8 in. (1519 mm)
Rear 59.9 in. (1522 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage) 850 lb. (385 kg)
Trailer weight rating*6
(Trailer weight + cargo weight) 1500 lb. (680 kg)

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
2WD 2 Wheel Drive
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 RecorderELR Emergency Locking Retractor
EPS Electric Power Steering
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating
GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LED Light Emitting Diode
M + S Mud and Snow
MMT Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
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 TWR Trailer Weight Rating

496 Alphabetical index
SunshadeRoof.........................................62
Switch Emergency flasher switch ..... 388
Engine switch ........................ 118
Fog light switch ..................... 141
Hazard light switch ................388
Ignition switch........................ 118
Light switches........................ 138
Power door lock switch ...........31
Power window switch ..............59
Window lock switch .................59
Wiper and washer switch ...... 143
Tachometer............................... 132
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 378
Switch.................................... 138
Wattage ................................. 453
Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system .....68
Theft prevention labels..............70
Tie-down belts .......................... 302
Tire inflation pressure ............. 358
Tire information
Glossary ................................ 463
Size ....................................... 460
Tire identification number ...... 459
Uniform tire quality grading ................................ 461 Tires
Chains ................................... 162
Checking ............................... 349
If you have a flat tire.............. 408
Inflation pressure .................. 358
Inflation pressure sensor....... 350
Replacing .............................. 408
Rotating tires ......................... 349
Size ....................................... 451
Snow tires ............................. 162
Spare tire .............................. 408
Tonneau cover ......................... 304
Tools ......................................... 408
Total load capacity .................. 161
Towing Dinghy towing ............... 181, 182
Trailer towing ................ 166, 167
TRAC ......................................... 153
Traction control ....................... 153
Trip meter ................................. 132
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 378
Switch ................................... 129
Wattage................................. 453
Vanity mirrors .......................... 291
Vehicle control and operation data recording ........ 19
Vehicle identification number ................................... 439
Vehicle stability control .......... 153
VSC ........................................... 153
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