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2016 Toyota 4Runner SR5 Premium - Trouble starting the engine
bunnyf68_texas
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This may be a very stupid question, but I just bought this SUV a couple of days ago and it seams very difficult to start. I always have to try a few times before it starts. I read the instructions and it says to press the brake pedal and then turn the ignition to start. I have the regular key, not the keyless model. Sometimes it works...sometimes it still seams to take a couple of tries. Is there some special trick to this? I have only ever driven Chevrolet Tahoes and all I had to do was barely turn the ignition switch. I feel like an idiot not knowing how to start my own SUV.
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And it doesn't sound like you aren't pumping or pressing the gas pedal.
Try turning the ignition on for ~5 seconds before pressing the brake and trying to start it - if you listen closely you may hear the fuel pump "priming".
If the 4Runner starts immediately, you could have a fuel pressure issue.
In any event, I'd swing by the dealer and get another opinion.