2004 Toyota Matrix Owners Manual - Page 203

'04 MATRIX_U (L/O 0307) Trailer towing Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger −carrying vehicle. Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on handling, performance, braking, durability and driving economy (fuel consumption, etc.). Your safety and satisfaction depend on the proper use of correct equipment and cautious driving habits. For your safety and the safety of others, you must not overload your vehicle or trailer. Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by towing a trailer for commercial purposes. Ask your local Toyota dealer for further details before towing. WEIGHT LIMITS Before towing, make sure the total trailer weight, gross combination weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight and trailer tongue load are all within the limits. The total trailer weight and tongue load can be measured with platform scales found at a highway weighing station, building supply company, trucking company, junk yard, etc. NOTICE Do not tow your vehicle from the rear. This may cause serious damage to your vehicle. CAUTION D The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo load) must not exceed 680 kg (1500 lb.). Exceeding this weight is dangerous. 203 2004 MATRIX from Oct. '03 Prod. (OM12861U)