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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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.
Refuel the vehicle.
Flex-fuel vehicles: The type of fuel may be different. When refuel-
ing, add the same type of fuel, if available.
After adding a different type of fuel, the engine may run roughly and
driving performance may be reduced for a while when the engine is
first started. In this case, wait until the engine runs normally.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting procedures.
(→P. 198)
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(→P. 74)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The battery may be discharged. (→P. 481)
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
If the engine will not start even though correct starting proce-
dures are being followed (→P. 198), consider each of the follow-
ing 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.
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