2010 Lexus SC 430 Owners Manual - Page 310
2010 Lexus SC 430 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.113), consider each of the following points. Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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.113), consider each of the following points.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair pro-
cedures are unknown.
■
The engine will not start even when the starter motor operates nor-
mally
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 pro-
cedures (
→
P.113). Hold the key in the START position for a slightly
longer period (up to a maximum of 15 seconds).
■
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.317)
●
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.317)
●
There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(
→
P.64)