2009 Toyota Matrix Owners Manual - Page 446

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency 2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine STEP 1 Connecting the jumper cables If required, remove all vent plugs from the booster battery. Lay a cloth over the open vents on the booster battery. (This helps reduce the explosion hazard, personal injuries and burns.) Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown in the illustration. STEP 2 5 When trouble arises Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle. Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle, and turn the engine switch to the "ON" position then start the vehicle's engine. STEP 3 381