If You Have A Flat Tire - Toyota 2004 Matrix Owner's Manual

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3. Look for obvious coolant leaks from the
radiator, hoses, and under the vehicle.
However, note that water draining from
the air conditioning is normal if it has
been used.
When the engine is running, keep
hands and clothing away from the
moving fan and engine drive belts.
4. If the coolant is leaking, stop the en-
gine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer
for assistance.
5. If there are no obvious leaks, check
the coolant reservoir. If it is dry, add
coolant to the reservoir while the en-
gine is running. Fill it about half full.
For the coolant type, see "Coolant type
selection" on page 261 in Section 7−2.
Do not attempt to remove the radiator
cap when the engine and radiator are
hot. Serious injury could result from
scalding hot fluid and steam blown
out under pressure.
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6. After the engine coolant temperature
has cooled to normal, again check the
coolant level in the reservoir. If neces-
sary, bring it up to half full again. Seri-
ous coolant loss indicates a leak in the
system. You should have it checked as
soon as possible at your Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
CAUTION
'04 MATRIX_U (L/O 0307)

If you have a flat tire—

1. Reduce your speed gradually
while driving in a straight line.
Move cautiously off the road to a
safe place well away from the traf-
fic. Avoid stopping on the center
divider of a highway. Park on a lev-
el spot with firm ground.
2. Stop the engine and turn on your
emergency flashers.
3. Firmly set the parking brake and
put the transmission in "P" (auto-
matic) or reverse (manual).
4. Have everyone get out of the ve-
hicle on the side away from traffic.
5. Read the following instructions
thoroughly.
2004 MATRIX from Oct. '03 Prod. (OM12861U)