If The Engine Will Not Start; The Starter Motor Turns Over Slowly; The Starter Motor Does Not Turn Over - Lexus 2015 RX350 Owner's Manual

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 (
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The engine will not start, even though the starter motor operates
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 following correct starting proce-
dures. (P. 165)
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(P. 110)
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low vol-
ume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The battery may be discharged. (P. 796)
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
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The starter motor does not turn over.

The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electri-
cal problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However, an
interim measure is available to start the engine. (P. 790)

P. 165), consider each of the following points.
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
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