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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are
being followed (
P. 130), consider each of the following points.
■The engine will not start even when 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 once more following correct starting
procedures. ( P. 130)
■ The starter motor turns over slow ly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low vol-
ume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 4 9 2 )
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-
lights 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.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 4 9 2 )
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
( P. 8 3 )
● 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.
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Alphabetical index
FuelCapacity.................................................505
Fuel gauge .............................................. 146
Fuel pump shut off system ............ 450
Gas station information .................568
Information.............................................. 513
Refueling ................................................... 80
Fuel door..................................................... 80
Fuel filler door........................................... 80
Fuel pump shut off system ................ 450
Fuses............................................................ 419
Garage door opener.......................... 348
Gas station information ..................... 568
Gauges....................................................... 146
Glove box ................................................324
Glove box light.......................................324
Hands-free system for mobile phone ..................................................... 288
Hazard lights Switch .......................................................442
Head restraints Adjusting ..................................................57
Headlight aim ........................................ 433 Headlight cleaner .................................. 165
Headlights
Discharge headlight precautions........................................439
Replacing light bulbs ........................435
Switch........................................................ 158
Wattage ................................................... 512
Heaters Seat heaters ......................................... 338
Side mirrors ........................................... 218
Hill-start assist control ......................... 187
Hood ........................................................... 381
Hooks Cargo ......................................................345
Coat..........................................................343
Shopping bag ......................................345
Horn ............................................................ 145
I/M test...................................................... 377
Identification Engine..................................................... 503
Vehicle ................................................... 503
Ignition switch.......................................... 130
Illuminated entry system ..................... 319
Indicator lights......................................... 150
G
HI
565
What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 4 7 7If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 4 8 6If the engine will not start
P. 8 3Engine immobilizer system
P. 4 9 2If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved out of PP. 4 8 7If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The display on the engine cool-
ant temperature gauge flashes
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 4 9 5If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 4 8 8If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 4 9 2If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 4 2Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 8 5Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 4 9 8If the vehicle becomes stuck
