Honda 2003 Element Owner's Manual page 285

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If Your Engine Won't Start
If the headlights dim noticeably or
go out when you try to start the
engine, either the battery is dis-
charged or the connections are
corroded. Check the condition of the
battery and terminal connections
(see page 240 ). You can then try
jump starting the vehicle from a
booster battery (see page
284
Taking Care of the Unexpected
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The Starter Operates Normally
In this case, the starter motor's
speed sounds normal, or even faster
than normal, when you turn the
ignition switch to START (III), but
the engine does not run.
Your vehicle has the Immobilizer
285 ). System. You should use a
properly-coded master or valet key
to start the engine (see page
A key that is not properly coded
will cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the dash panel to blink
rapidly.
Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Refer to
Engine
84
Starting the
on page 174 .
Do you have fuel? Turn the
ignition switch to ON (II) for a
minute and watch the fuel gauge.
The low fuel level warning light
may not be working, so you were
not reminded to fill the tank.
There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses
). (see page 296 ).
If you find nothing wrong, you will
need a qualified technician to find
the problem. See
Emergency
on page 301
Towing
.