2011 Toyota Matrix Owners Manual - Page 187

2-5. Driving information ● To maintain engine braking efficiency and charging system performance when using engine braking, do not use 5th gear (manual transmission), or do not put the transmission in "D" (automatic transmission). ● Due to the added load of the trailer, your vehicle's engine may overheat on hot days (at temperatures over 85°F [30°C]) when driving up a long or steep grade. If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, immediately turn off the air conditioning (if in use), pull your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot. (→P. 433) ● Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and the trailer wheels when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly, and put the transmission in P (automatic transmission) or in 1 or R (manual transmission). Avoid parking on a slope, but if unavoidable, do so only after performing the following: STEP 1 STEP 2 2 When driving Apply the brakes and keep them applied. Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and trailer wheels. When the wheel blocks are in place, release the brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load. Apply the parking brake firmly. Shift into 1 or R (manual transmission) or P (automatic transmission) and turn off the engine. STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 165