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Useful advice for emergencies
The engine does not start.
The starter does not turn over or turns over too slowly.
Possible cause
The starter switch fuse or high-current
fuse is blown.
Battery has run down.
Battery cable is disconnected, loose
or corroded.
Connection to ground terminal is
open.
Engine oil viscosity is too high.
The starter is malfunctioning.
Communication with the engine
immobilizer starter key is failed.
The engine immobilizer system is
faulty.
The starter turns over normally.
Possible cause
Fuel has run out.
Air is present in the fuel system.
The fuel filter is clogged.
Fuel is frozen.
The air cleaner is clogged.
Possible failures, causes
and remedies
Performing daily checks and good maintenance are
keys to preventing mechanical failures and the
resultant accidents. Be sure to check and service
your vehicle regularly.
Should your vehicle suffer a mechanical failure or
malfunction, the measures needed to correct the
problem can be found using the following chart.
If you are unable to correct the problem yourself or
the problem persists after you have attempted to
repair it, contact an authorized dealer for technical
assistance.
Remedy
Replace the blown fuse or high-cur-
rent fuse with a new one of the speci-
fied amperage.
Charge or replace the battery.
Remove corrosion and connect the
cable correctly.
Connect securely.
Replace the oil with an oil of proper
viscosity.
Have an authorized dealer perform
necessary inspection.
Check whether anything metallic or
another key is touching the starter
key.
Have an authorized dealer perform
necessary inspection.
Remedy
Refuel and bleed the system.
Bleed the system.
Replace the filter element.
Heat the fuel pipe with hot water
°
°
[60
C (140
F) or less].
Clean or replace the element.
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