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Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter condition
Starter doesn't turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn't start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.
Models with multi-information display
Models with smart entry system
Check for a message on the multi-information display.
If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
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2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 572
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 142
Check brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
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2 Battery P. 552
If the interior lights come on normally
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2 Fuses P. 584
Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 134
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 587
If the problem continues:
2 Emergency Towing P. 588
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 574
Checklist
2 Starting the Engine P. 423, 425
2 Fuel Gauge P. 97
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