Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter condition Checklist
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Starter doesn’t turn or turns over slowly. The battery may be dead. Check each of the items on the right and respond accordingly. |
Models with smart entry system Check for a message on the driver information interface. If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 595 uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range. 2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 164 |
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Check the brightness of the interior lights. Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness. If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2 Battery P. 560 If the interior lights come on normally
2 Fuses P. 609 |
There may be a problem with the fuse. Check each of the items on the right and respond accordingly.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 426, 429
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 156
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 109
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 612
2 Emergency Towing P. 613
uuEngine Does Not StartuIf the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
Models with smart entry system
If the beeper sounds, the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears on the driver information interface, the ENGINE START/STOP button flashes, and the engine won’t start. Start the engine as follows:
u The ENGINE START/STOP button flashes for about 30 seconds.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode will change to ACCESSORY.
uuEngine Does Not StartuEmergency Engine Stop
Models with smart entry system
The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, do either of the following operations:
The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the engine disables the power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it will require significantly more physical effort and time to steer and slow the vehicle. Use both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop immediately in a safe place. With manual transmission models you can also downshift the transmission to utilize engine braking.
Continuously variable transmission models
The power mode is in ACCESSORY when the engine is stopped.
To change the mode to VEHICLE OFF, move the shift lever to 
after the vehicle comes to a complete stop.
Canadian continuously variable transmission models
Then press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the brake pedal.
Manual transmission models
The power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
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