2005 Toyota Matrix Owners Manual - Page 192

'05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) D Driving with tire chains installed. D Driving over the steps such as the joints on the road. "ABS" warning light Vehicles without vehicle stability control system- The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position. If the antilock brake system works properly, the light turns off after a few seconds. Thereafter, if the system malfunctions, the light comes on again. When the "ABS" warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti- lock brake system does not operate, but the brake system still operates conventionally. When the "ABS" warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti- lock brake system does not operate so that the wheels could lock up during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces. D Driving on roads where the road surface is pitted or has other differences in surface height. Install all 4 tires of specified size at appropriate pressure: The anti- lock brake system detects vehicle speeds using the speed sensors for respective wheels' turning speeds. The use of tires other than specified may fail to detect the accurate turning speed resulting in a longer stopping distance. Type A Type B 192 2005 MATRIX from Sep. '04 Prod. (OM12892U)