2005 Toyota Matrix Owners Manual - Page 607

'05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) Rotating tires When rotating tires, check for uneven wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused by incorrect tire pressure, improper wheel alignment, out − of −balance wheels, or severe braking. CAUTION Do not include a compact spare tire when rotating the tires. It is designed for temporary use only. To equalize tire wear and help extend tire life, Toyota recommends that you rotate your tires according to the maintenance schedule. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement".) However, the most appropriate timing for tire rotation may vary according to your driving habits and road surface conditions. See "If you have a flat tire" on page 231 in Section 4 for tire change procedure. Initial adjustment of the tire pressure warning system is necessary after you have rotated your tires. See "Tire pressure warning system" on page 128 in Section 1 −6. Turning direction Type A Type B Vehicles equipped with P215/50ZR17 tires: You have directional tires, and a turning indicator marked on the side wall. Using tires on the wrong side of the vehicle will impair tire performance. 283 2005 MATRIX from Sep. '04 Prod. (OM12892U)