IF THE ENGINE WILL NOT START
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are being followed (Engine (ignition) switch), consider each of the following points:THE ENGINE WILL NOT START EVEN THOUGH THE STARTER MOTOR OPERATES NORMALLY.One of the following may be the cause of the problem:There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.Refuel the vehicle.The engine may be flooded.Try to restart the engine again following correct starting procedures. (Engine (ignition) switch)There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system. (Engine immobilizer system)THE STARTER MOTOR TURNS OVER SLOWLY, THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND HEADLIGHTS ARE DIM, OR THE HORN DOES NOT SOUND OR SOUNDS AT A LOW VOLUME.One of the following may be the cause of the problem:The battery may be discharged. (If the vehicle battery is discharged)The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded. (Battery)THE STARTER MOTOR DOES NOT TURN OVERThe engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical problem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. However, an interim measure is available to start the engine. (Starting the engine in an emergency)THE STARTER MOTOR DOES NOT TURN OVER, THE INTERIOR LIGHTS AND HEADLIGHTS DO NOT TURN ON, OR THE HORN DOES NOT SOUND.One of the following may be the cause of the problem:One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected. (Battery)The battery may be discharged. (If the vehicle battery is discharged)There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.STARTING THE ENGINE IN AN EMERGENCYWhen the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an interim measure to start the engine if the engine switch is functioning normally.Do not use this starting procedure except in cases of emergency.Turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode and check that the parking brake is set. (Changing engine switch modes, Parking brake)Shift the shift lever to P.Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.Press and hold the engine switch for about 15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
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