Toyota Matrix 2010 Quick Reference Manual page 182

● In order to maintain efficient engine braking and electrical charging
performance, do not use "D" (automatic transmission) or the 5th
gear (manual transmission).
● Due to the added load of the trailer, your vehicle's engine may
overheat on hot days (at temperatures over 85°F [30°C]) when
driving up a long or steep grade. If the engine coolant temperature
gauge indicates overheating, immediately turn off the air condition-
ing (if in use), pull your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot.
(→P. 391)
● Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and the trailer
wheels when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly, and put the
transmission in P (automatic transmission) or in 1 or R (manual
transmission). Avoid parking on a slope, but if unavoidable, do so
only after performing the following:
Apply the brakes and keep them applied.
STEP 1
Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and
STEP 2
trailer wheels.
When the wheel blocks are in place, release the brakes slowly
STEP 3
until the blocks absorb the load.
Apply the parking brake firmly.
STEP 4
Shift into 1 or R (manual transmission) or P (automatic trans-
STEP 5
mission) and turn off the engine.
● When restarting after parking on a slope:
With the transmission in the P position (automatic transmis-
STEP 1
sion) or the clutch pedal (manual transmission) depressed,
start the engine. On vehicles with an automatic transmission,
be sure to keep the brake pedal pressed.
Shift into a forward gear. If reversing, shift into the R position.
STEP 2
Release the parking brake (also brake pedal on vehicles with
STEP 3
an automatic transmission), and slowly pull or back away from
the wheel blocks. Stop and apply the brakes.
Have someone retrieve the blocks.
STEP 4
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