5
When trouble arises
501
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. 141), 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. 141)
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
( P. 9 0 )
■ 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. 510)
● 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. 510)
● 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
Front seatsAdjustment............................................... 56
Driving position memory.................. 58
Front turn signal lights Switch ........................................................154
Wattage..................................................536
Fuel Capacity ................................................. 523
Fuel gauge ............................................. 158
Fuel pump shut off system ............ 470
Gas station information.................. 592
Information............................................ 537
Refueling ................................................... 87
Fuel door ..................................................... 87
Fuel filler door ........................................... 87
Fuel pump shut off system ................. 470
Fuses ..........................................................435
Garage door opener ..........................360
Gas station information......................592
Gauges ...................................................... 158
Glove box ............................................... 330
Glove box light ..................................... 330 Hands-free system
for mobile phone* ............................. 294
Hazard lights Switch .......................................................462
Head restraints Adjusting .................................................. 62
Headlight aim ......................................... 450
Headlight cleaner.................................. 185
Headlights Discharge headlight precautions ....................................... 459
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 451
Switch .........................................................172
Wattage ................................................. 536
Heaters Seat heaters ............................. 345, 348
Side mirror............................................. 224
Hill-start assist control ..........................196
Hood .......................................................... 394
Hooks Cargo.......................................................357
Coat ......................................................... 355
Shopping bag ......................................357
Horn ............................................................. 157
G
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590
What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 4 9 2If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 5 0 1If the engine will not start
P. 9 0Engine immobilizer system
P. 5 1 0If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved out of PP. 5 0 3If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 5 1 3If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 5 0 4If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 5 1 0If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 4 8Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 9 2Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 5 1 6If the vehicle becomes stuck
