If The Engine Will Not Start - Lexus LS 500 2019 Owner's Manual

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NOTICE
When replacing the tires
■
When removing or fitting the wheels,
tires or the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter, contact your Lexus
dealer as the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter may be damaged if not
handled correctly.
When driving over bumps
■
If a vehicle has a flat tire, the vehicle
height will be lower than usual. Ensure
that nothing strikes the bottom of the
vehicle.
■ To avoid damage to the tire pressure
warning valves and transmitters
When a tire is repaired with liquid seal-
ants, the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter may not operate properly. If a
liquid sealant is used, contact your Lexus
dealer or other qualified service shop as
soon as possible. Make sure to replace
the tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter when replacing the tire. (P.387)
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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.164), con-
sider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even
though the starter motor oper-
ates 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 again fol-
lowing correct starting procedures.
(P.164)
 There may be a malfunction in the
engine immobilizer system.
(P.63)
 There may be a malfunction in the
*
shift control system. (P.167, 428)
*
: It may not be possible to shift the shift
position from P.
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.