Engine Does Not Start
1Checking the Engine
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 695
Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button* for
more than 15 seconds.
Starter condition
Checklist
Models with keyless access system
Check for a message on the driver information interface*.
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.
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If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appear
2 If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak P. 693
uMake sure the keyless remote is in its operating range
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 198
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. 656
If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 710
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The starter turns over normally Review the engine start procedure.
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again. 2 Starting the Engine P. 458, 461
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 189
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank. 2 Fuel Gauge P. 151
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 716
If the problem continues:
2 Emergency Towing P. 717
* Not available on all models
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