2008 Lexus ES 350 Owners Manual - Page 435
2008 Lexus ES 350 Manual
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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. 116), consider each of the following points.
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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. 116), 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.
Add fuel to the vehicle.
●
The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. (
→
P. 116)
●
There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(
→
P. 70)
■
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. 402)
●
The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
■
The starter motor does not turn over
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an elec-
trical problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However,
an interim measure is available to start the engine. (
→
P. 397)