2004 Toyota Matrix Owners Manual - Page 227

'04 MATRIX_U (L/O 0307) -After changing wheels 5. Position the tire edge against the rear center end of the rear luggage storage box lid. Then pull the ends of the belts to secure the tire securely. After stowing the flat tire, check that the tire and belts are secured. To loosen the tire tie −down belts, see "Tie −down hooks and tire tie −down belts" on page 166 in Section 1 −10. 11. Check the air pressure of the replaced tire. Adjust the air pressure to the specification designated on page 294 in Section 8. If the pressure is lower, drive slowly to the nearest service station and fill to the correct pressure. Do not forget to reinstall the tire inflation valve cap as dirt and moisture could get into the valve core and possibly cause air leakage. If the cap is missing, have a new one put on as soon as possible. As soon after changing wheels as possible, tighten the wheel nuts to the torque specified on page 294 in Section 8 with a torque wrench. Have a technician repair the flat tire. Steel wheels Aluminum wheels 227 2004 MATRIX from Oct. '03 Prod. (OM12861U)