Toyota Sienna 2010-2022 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 ...
Other materials:
Vehicle Speed Signal Circuit between Radio and Navigation Assembly
and Combination Meter
DESCRIPTION
The radio and navigation assembly receives a vehicle speed signal from the
combination meter and
information about the GPS antenna, and then adjusts vehicle position.
HINT:
A voltage of 12 V or 5 V is output from each ECU and then input to
the combination meter. The sig ...
Diagnostic trouble code chart
HINT:
If a trouble code is displayed during the DTC check, check
the circuit indicated by the DTC. For details of each code,
turn to the page for the respective DTC Code. in the DTC
chart.
Inspect the fuse and relay before investigating the trouble
areas as shown in the table below.
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Removal
1. DRAIN BRAKE FLUID
NOTICE:
Wash brake fluid off immediately if it adheres to any
painted surface.
2. DISCONNECT BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL
3. REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY WITH HOSE
4. REMOVE BRAKE ACTUATOR WITH BRACKET
(a) Release the latch of the brake actuator connector to
disconnect t ...
