Toyota Matrix 2009 Owner's Manual page 415

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
STEP 5
Have the vehicle checked at the nearest Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
Overheating
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If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating.
The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of
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power is experienced.
Steam is coming from under the hood.
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CAUTION
To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
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your vehicle
l Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and other belts while the
engine is running.
l 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.
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Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is
(→
unavailable.
)
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