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If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are
being followed (
→P. 138), 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. 1 3 8 )
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, 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. 508)
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
■ The starter motor does not turn ov er, 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. 508)
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(→ P. 8 8 )
● 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
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HeatersSeat heaters.......................................... 354
Side mirrors .......................................... 232
Hill-start assist control ......................... 201
Hood ......................................................... 400
Hooks
Cargo ...................................................... 362
Coat .........................................................359
Shopping bag...................................... 362
Horn ............................................................ 153
I/M test ......................................................396
Identification Engine ...................................................... 519
Vehicle ..................................................... 519
Ignition switch.......................................... 138
Illuminated entry system ....................334
Indicator lights......................................... 158
Initialization Items to initialize ................................. 549
Inside rear view mirror .......................... 74
Interior lights Interior lights......................................... 334
Switch ...................................................... 336
Wattage..................................................528
Jack Positioning a floor jack..................... 401
Vehicle-equipped jack ................... 493
Jack handle ..............................................493 Keyless entry ............................................. 43
Keys
Electronic key .........................................28
Engine switch ........................................ 138
If the electronic key does not operate properly............................505
If you lose your keys ........................ 504
Key number..............................................28
Keyless entry............................................ 43
Keys..............................................................28
Mechanical key ...................................... 29
Wireless remote control key...........43
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Light bulbs Replacing .............................................. 454
Wattage ................................................. 528
Lights
Door courtesy lights ........................ 334
Emergency flasher switch............. 460
Fog light switch .................................... 170
Hazard light switch .......................... 460
Headlights switch................................ 166
Interior light switch ........................... 336
Outer foot lights................................. 334
Personal light switch ........................ 336
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 454
Shift lever light..................................... 334
Turn signal lever.....................................151
Vanity lights.......................................... 346
Wattage ................................................. 528
Load capacity........................................... 217
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 4 9 3If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 5 0 2If the engine will not start
P. 8 8Engine immobilizer system
P. 5 0 8If 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 display on the engine cool-
ant temperature gauge flashes
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 5 1 1If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 5 0 4If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 5 0 8If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 4 6Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 9 0Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 5 1 4If the vehicle becomes stuck
