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2014 Toyota Tacoma won't start

Discussion in 'New Members' started by malibudbr, Dec 21, 2016.

  1. Dec 21, 2016 at 4:56 AM
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    malibudbr

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    I have a 2014 Toyota Tacoma Sport. I have never had a problem with it but last night I went to the store and when I returned to my truck it wouldn't start. I tried to jump it but that didn't work. Key fob won't work and a light with a car and key in the middle of it is lit. What is wrong?
     
  2. Dec 21, 2016 at 4:59 AM
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    tomwil

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    Did it at least crank?

    Otherwise, your security system might be jacked.
     
  3. Dec 21, 2016 at 5:16 AM
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    Clearwater Bill

    Clearwater Bill Never answer an anonymous letter

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    Owners manual has dash indicator explanations. Always a good place to start.

    Don't have a manual? Try here.

    And I found the following in another thread (search is a useful tool, give it a try)

    the flashing light is your vehicle indicating that the anti theft has been activated. The truck will not start (even if you hotwire it) because there is a computer chip in the key

    Thank you for reminding me I'm grateful I don't have any of that chipped or smart key nonsense.
     
  4. Dec 21, 2016 at 7:08 PM
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    DTTRD

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    I agree, check the security system.
     
  5. Dec 21, 2016 at 7:12 PM
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    jake72

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    Disconnect battery for a little bit and try again
     
  6. Dec 21, 2016 at 7:15 PM
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    jake72

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    Would using the spare key override it then
     
  7. Dec 21, 2016 at 8:04 PM
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    Clearwater Bill

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    I have no clue. Not something I've had any interest in learning more about.

    Would be great if it's that simple.
     
  8. Dec 21, 2016 at 8:08 PM
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    IronPeak

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    If fob is not working use the key to open the door, but turn it to the right twice quickly , this may deactivate the alarm/immobilizer, it did on my 07
     

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