Toyota 2013 RAV4, Owner'S Manual

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the engine will not start
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Gasoline engine: Refuel the vehicle.
Diesel engine:
→
P. 475
●
The engine may be flooded. (gasoline engine)
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting procedures.
(
→
P. 184, 188)
●
There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(
→
P. 72)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●
The battery may be discharged. (
→
P. 465)
●
The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However, an interim
measure is available to start the engine. (
→
P. 459)
If the engine will not start even though correct starting proce-
dures are being followed (
→
P. 184, 188), consider each of the fol-
lowing points:
The engine will not start even though the starter motor operates
normally.
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
volume.
The starter motor does not turn over (vehicles with a smart entry
& start system).
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