If The Engine Will Not Start (Lc500); (Lc500) - Lexus LC 500 Owner's Manual

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not start

(LC500)

If the engine will not start even
though correct starting procedures
are being followed (P.161), 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:
 The electronic key may not be func-
tioning properly. (P.405)
 There may not be sufficient fuel in
the vehicle's tank.
Refuel the vehicle. (P.199)
 The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again fol-
lowing correct starting procedures.
(P.161)
 There may be a malfunction in the
engine immobilizer system.
(P.80)
 There may be a malfunction in the
shift control system.
 There may be a malfunction in the
steering lock system.
*
: 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 12-volt battery may be dis-
 The 12-volt battery terminal con-
The starter motor does not turn
over
The engine starting system may be
malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as electronic key battery
depletion or a blown fuse. However, an
interim measure is available to start the
engine.
The starter motor does not turn
over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
*
(P.164)
One of the following may be the cause
of the problem:
 One or both of the 12-volt battery
 The 12-volt battery may be dis-
 There may be a malfunction in the
charged. (P.407)
nections may be loose or corroded.
(P.346)
terminals may be disconnected.
(P.346)
charged. (P.407)