Lexus CT 200h - If the Hybrid System will Not Start; The Hybrid System will Not Start Even Though the Correct Starting Procedure Is Being Followed; The Interior Lights and Headlights Are DIM, or the Horn Does Not Sound or Sounds at a Low Volume

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the hybrid system will not start
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the situation.
Check the following and perform the appropriate procedure:
■ The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. (P. 1 75 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The electronic key may not be functioning properly.* (P. 655)
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.*
(P. 1 1 9)
● There may be a malfunction in the P position control system.*
(P. 179, 621)
*: It may not be possible to shift the shift position other than P.
■ The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 658)
● The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or cor-
roded.