2008 Toyota Matrix Owners Manual - Page 194

'08 MATRIX_U (L/O 0706) Brake pad wear limit indicators For an explanation of this system's warning light, see "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" on page 105 in Section 1−6. Your Toyota's identification- -Vehicle identification number The brake pad wear limit indicators on your disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn to where replacement is required. If you hear a squealing or scraping noise while driving, have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Expensive rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when necessary. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle. This number is on the left top of the instrument panel, and can be seen through the windshield from the outside. This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle. 194 2008 COROLLA MATRIX from Aug. '07 Prod. (OM12B26U)