2006 Toyota Matrix Owners Manual - Page 214

'06 MATRIX_U (L/O 0508) D Be careful when accelerating, upshifting, downshifting or braking on a slippery surface. Sudden acceleration or engine braking, could cause the vehicle to skid or spin. Four −wheel driving tips (four −wheel drive models) D If you need greater traction while driv- ing on sand, mud or snow covered roadways, use tire chains on the front wheels. ness immediately after driving across sand, mud etc. CAUTION Observe the following instructions. Otherwise, an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries. D Always check your brakes for effectiveD If operating in adverse conditions frequently, vehicle maintenance should be increased. (See the separate "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement".) D Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit permits it, do not drive over 140 km/h (85 mph) unless your vehicle has high−speed capability tires. Driving over 140 km/h (85 mph) may result in tire failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to determine whether the tires on your vehicle are high−speed capability tires or not before driving at such speeds. D Do not attempt to go off−road in your Toyota, as this may cause serious mechanical damage. It is not designed for off −road use. D Do not attempt to drive the vehicle when one or more of the wheels not in contact with the ground, or when the vehicle becomes stuck in snow etc., as this may cause dangerous handling characteristics resulting in loss of control. (See "If your vehicle becomes stuck" on page 243 in Section 4.) D Do not continue normal driving when the brakes are wet. If they are wet, your vehicle will require a longer stopping distance, and it may pull to one side when the brakes are applied. Also, the parking brake will not hold the vehicle securely. D Do not drive in a deep water such as in rivers, as this may cause serious mechanical damage resulting in loss of control. D Keep your tire pressure at the proper level. (See "Checking tire inflation pressure" on page 277 in Section 7−2.) 214