Hi guys I have a 2009 GS 350 and I attempted to start it today but when I tried to start it up it wouldn't fire up as all the ignition lights kept coming on and I pressed the button repeatedly but couldn't start. After a few attempts I noticed the brake was still down from pressing it while I push the start button but the car still won't start. After a while I noticed none of the lights won't come on so I assume its the battery but then I notice the warning light that came on and in the owners manual they call it the Malfunction indicator Light. It states a malfunction in either the emission control, engine control, throttle control or automatic control systems. It says call the dealer if this occurs which I will do tomorrow.

Just wanted to know has anyone ever encountered this before and if so what was the problem?

 

First thing to do is assure that your battery is up to par. Too low of voltage won't crank the car and cause all types of alarms from the sensors etc not operating within the specified voltage parameters. Let me know what you come up with!

 

So I replaced the battery with a brand new one and everything seems fine now. This was the original factory battery as it lasted for more than 6 years so I assume that was the problem.

 

Old batteries will definitely do that.