Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 If the Battery Is Dead P. 606
Starter condition
Checklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.
Check for a message on the driver information interface.
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If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak P. 604
uMake sure the keyless remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 191
Check brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
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If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2 Battery P. 584
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If the interior lights come on normally
2
Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 625
The starter turns over normally Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again. 2 Starting the Engine P. 412
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 184
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with a
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank. 2 Fuel Gauge P. 139
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 625
If the problem continues:
2 Emergency Towing P. 626
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