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Crank but no start - no dash lights or gauge movement, no output from OBD2

Discussion in 'Sequoia 2nd Gen (2008-2022)' started by orangeindustrial, Jun 21, 2025 at 7:42 PM.

  1. Jun 21, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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    orangeindustrial

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    Hi Tundra techs,
    My 2016 Sequoia decided to not start this afternoon. It cranks strong but will not catch. Some observations:
    • Normally I can "bump" the ignition key to the start position and the computer will continue to crank the engine even after I release the key (similar to a push-to-start). However that behavior is not happening now. It simply cranks as long as I hold the key like a traditional ignition switch.
    • The dashboard is only illuminating the door-open light and the "P" shift indicator. The gauges are all dark (no backlight regardless of brightness setting and cycling the headlights) and not receiving any signal (I shined a light on the fuel gauge and it sits below the "E". I know it's closer to 1/2 full [pic attached])
    • Plugging in the bluetooth ODB2 sender blinks a short green light and it "connects" to my phone, but the Torque app never connects. Verified it's working fine in another vehicle.
    It feels like either a bad ECU or bad ground to me. Since it happened so suddenly I am leaning toward the computer. Plus I don't know where to start hunting for this specific ground.

    Appreciate any insight or advice.

    Demo: https://photos.app.goo.gl/1ttKfLGB7vp3mCcm9

    Thank you for reading!
     
  2. Jun 22, 2025 at 7:10 AM
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    orangeindustrial

    orangeindustrial [OP] New Member

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    My brother-in-law reminded me that I omitted the fact that I did have a remote start installed about five years ago. It's been working fine and I'm not sure the immobilizer would kill the dash lights but it's important to know that wires have been tampered with.
     

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