Toyota Sienna 2010-2020 Owners Manual: If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are being followed (, 228), consider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even though the starter motor operates normally.
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.
- The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting procedures.
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- There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
The starter motor turns over slowly, 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 battery may be discharged.
- The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The starter motor does not turn over (vehicles with a smart key system)
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical problem such as an electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse.
However, an interim measure is available to start the engine.
The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
- One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
- The battery may be discharged.
- There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system (vehicle with a smart key system).
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.
Emergency start function (vehicles with a smart key system)
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an interim measure to start the engine if the engine switch is functioning normally:
- Set the parking brake.
- Shift the shift lever to P.
- Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.
- Press and hold the engine switch for about 15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Stowing the spare tire
Lay down the tire with the outer
side (valve stem) facing up, and
install the holding bracket.
Turn the jack handle clockwise
to raise the tire until the tire is in
the correc ...
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake
pedal, there may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system
to prevent accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the
veh ...
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Problem symptoms table
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the
problem symptom. The likely causes of the problem are
indicated in descending order. Check each suspected area
in order. Repair or replace faulty parts or perform
adjustments as necessary.
Inspect the fuse and rel ...
Terminals of ECU
1. RADIO RECEIVER (10 SPEAKER SYSTEM)
*1: with Rear Seat Entertainment System
2. RADIO RECEIVER (6 SPEAKER SYSTEM)
*1: with Rear Seat Entertainment System
*2: without Rear Seat Entertainment System
3. STEREO COMPONENT AMPLIFIER
4. TELEVISION DISPLAY ASSEMBLY ...
Fuel pump shut off
system
To minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or
when an airbag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off
system stops the supply of fuel to the engine.
Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is
activated.
Vehicles without a smart key system
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