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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. 140), 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. 140)
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
( P. 9 1 )
■ 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. 500)
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■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. 500)
● 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 ...............................................57
Driving position memory ................. 59
Front turn signal lights Switch ....................................................... 150
Wattage ................................................. 525
Fuel Capacity................................................... 513
Fuel gauge .............................................. 153
Fuel pump shut off system ............ 462
Gas station information ................. 584
Information............................................ 526
Refueling ................................................... 88
Fuel door..................................................... 88
Fuel filler door........................................... 88
Fuel pump shut off system .................462
Fuses.......................................................... 428
Garage door opener.......................... 353
Gas station information ..................... 584
Gauges....................................................... 153
Glove box ................................................324
Glove box light.......................................324 Hands-free system
for mobile phone* ............................ 288
Hazard lights Switch.......................................................454
Head restraints Adjusting .................................................. 63
Headlight aim ......................................... 443
Headlight cleaner .................................. 180
Headlights Discharge headlight precautions........................................452
Replacing light bulbs ........................ 444
Switch.........................................................167
Wattage ..................................................525
Heaters Seat heaters ............................... 339, 341
Side mirror.............................................. 218
Hill-start assist control ........................... 191
Hood ......................................................... 388
Hooks Cargo ..................................................... 350
Coat.......................................................... 347
Shopping bag ..................................... 350
Horn ............................................................ 152
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 4 8 3If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 4 9 2If the engine will not start
P. 9 1Engine immobilizer system
P. 5 0 0If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved out of PP. 4 9 4If 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 0 4If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 4 9 5If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 5 0 0If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 4 8Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 9 3Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 5 0 7If the vehicle becomes stuck