Car won't start - HELP!

[scruffboy]

Thanks for trying, but I called a Toyota dealer and it seems I activated the security system and had to reset it. I didn't think my car would just die like that and it bothered me all morning, then I remember I had trouble with this stupid security system before (got locked out of my radio) and I got a really nice service rep on the phone to help me. Whew! Got my baby back.

James in NJ

[Kristamarie]

Make sure you unlock the door before you start the car. Every once in a while the security on my car will do the same. The other option is the neutral safety switch. Just some ideas.

[sportriderseattle]

It sure sounds like the factory anti theft deterant system. my 86.5 does the same annoying thing a few times a year. I have found the solution!

1. exit the car.
2. lock the doors using the inside lock, not the key.
3. close the door; however pull up on the outside door handle while you are closing it.
4. look thru the window to see if the blinky light on the dash starts blinking.

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if it does, then simply unlock the door using your key and start your car.
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if it does not, try all steps again, or try on the passenger door.
(remember, its takes a bit of time for the blinky light to start blinking.)