2012 TOYOTA 4RUNNER immobilizer

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the engine will not star t
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures
are being followed ( P. 170, 173), 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 proce-
dures. ( P. 170, 173)
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
( P. 1 1 3 )
■ 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. ( P. 623)
● The battery terminal connec tions may be loose or corroded.
■ The starter motor does not turn over.
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an
electrical problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. How-
ever, an interim measure is available to start the engine.
(
P. 617)

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Alphabetical index
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Electronic key
If your electronic key battery is depleted...... 552, 621
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 578
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 621
If the engine will not start...... 616
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 618
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ............ 623
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 587
If the warning light turns on .............................. 587
If you cannot operate back
door opener........................ 620
If you have a flat tire ............ 603
If you lose your keys............. 619
If you think something is wrong ................................. 585
If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 630
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency... 631
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................. 579
If your vehicle overheats ...... 627
Engine
Compartment........................ 520
Engine switch ............... 170, 173
Hood ..................................... 519
How to start the engine .................. 170, 173
Identification number ............ 635
If the engine will not start...... 616
Ignition switch ............... 170, 173
Overheating .......................... 627 Engine compartment cover.....521
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................639
Checking ...............................526
Preparing and checking before winter .......................288
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ......................................186
Engine immobilizer system.....113
Engine oil
Capacity ................................637
Checking ...............................522
Preparing and checking before winter .......................288
Engine switch ...................170, 173
Event data recorder ...................26
Floor mat...................................473
Fluid
Brake .....................................528
Power steering ......................530
Washer ..................................535
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs .............565
Switch....................................209
Wattage .................................644
Four-wheel drive
system ............................236, 239
Front passenger occupant classification system ............136
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light .................591
Front seats
Adjustment ..............................68
Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs .............565
Switch....................................203
Wattage .................................644
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .............565
Switch....................................183
Wattage .................................644E
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Storage compartment ..............482
Storage feature.........................441
Storage precautions ................284
StuckIf your vehicle becomes stuck ...................................630
Sun visors.................................453
Sunshade Roof....................................... 105
Switch Emergency flasher switch ..... 578
Engine switch ................170, 173
Fog light switch ..................... 209
Hazard light switch ................578
Ignition switch................170, 173
Light switches........................ 203
Power back window switch ...101
Power door lock switch ...........54
Power window switch ..............98
Rear window wiper and washer switch ..................... 214
Window lock switch ................. 98
Wiper and washer switch ......211 Tachometer
Tachometer ........................... 186
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 565
Switch ................................... 203
Wattage................................. 644
Talk switch ............................... 410
Telephone switch..................... 410
Theft deterrent system Alarm..................................... 116
Engine immobilizer system ... 113
Tire inflation pressure ............. 543
Tire information
Glossary ................................ 653
Size ....................................... 650
Tire identification number...... 649
Uniform tire quality grading ... 651
Tires
Chains ................................... 288
Checking ............................... 537
If you have a flat tire.............. 603
Inflation pressure .................. 543
Inflation pressure sensor....... 537
Information ............................ 648
Replacing .............................. 603
Rotating tires ......................... 537
Size ....................................... 643
Snow tires ............................. 288
Spare tire .............................. 603
Tissue pocket ........................... 445
Tools ......................................... 603
Total load capacity .................. 286
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 311
Emergency towing ................ 579
Trailer towing ........................ 293
TRAC ......................................... 266
Traction control ....................... 266
Trip information ....................... 199
Trip meter ................................. 186T

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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 603If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 1 1 3Engine immobilizer system
P. 616If the engine will not start
P. 623If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved out of PP. 618If 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. 627If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 619If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 623If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 5 3Side doors
P. 6 3Back door
The horn begins to soundP. 1 1 6Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud
or sandP. 630If the vehicle becomes stuck
A warning light or indicator
light comes onP. 587If a warning light turns on or a
warning buzzer sounds