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1996 4Runner won’t start & I have no clue what’s wrong

Discussion in '3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002)' started by rfkatz2005, Aug 25, 2023.

  1. Aug 25, 2023 at 6:45 PM
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    rfkatz2005

    rfkatz2005 [OP] New Member

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    Gender:
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    First Name:
    Robert
    Vehicle:
    1996 White 4runner
    My 1996 4runner won’t start & I genuinely have no clue what’s up. We put in a new starter, & the battery is hooked up, but when I tried to turn it on, it wouldn’t even try to turn & it went into anti-theft mode, the lights inside were flashing at me, & I have no clue. Is it possible the starter is faulty? Or is it something entirely different?
     
  2. Aug 26, 2023 at 6:55 AM
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    Ahdofu

    Ahdofu New Member

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    Gender:
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    First Name:
    Matt
    Vehicle:
    1997 4Runner SR5, V6, Auto, 4WD
    Based on the description it sounds like an issue with the security system that is overriding engine start. Can you turn the system on or off with your key fob?
     

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