TOYOTA 2011 Matrix - Manual (Page 443)

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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.