Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Inspection Procedure
- EMERGENCY ENGINE START CONTROL
- If there is a malfunction in the stop light switch or STOP fuse, their signals may not be correctly transmitted to the power source control ECU. This may result in the engine not starting even if the engine switch is pressed while the brake pedal is depressed and the shift lever is in P.
To activate the starter:
- Turn the engine switch from off to on (ACC).
- Hold pressing and hold the engine switch for 15 seconds.
HINT:
After the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly), steering lock ECU, ID code box (immobilizer code ECU) and/or ECM are/is replaced, perform the registration procedures for the engine immobilizer system. Refer to REGISTRATION [08/2012 - ] .
- If there is a malfunction in the stop light switch or STOP fuse, their signals may not be correctly transmitted to the power source control ECU. This may result in the engine not starting even if the engine switch is pressed while the brake pedal is depressed and the shift lever is in P.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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