After numerous attempts of not starting.....and large periods of time between trying to start.....it started!! weird!! So will drive it to toyota later on get them to check it out.

 

Clicking is typical of a weak battery or bad starter/solenoid. Did/does your head lights/interior lights dim when you tried to start it?

 

Didnt notice any lights dimming......it started now...Will take it to Toyota today or tomorrow. But with a weak battery---is 1 going to get all those warning signs I posted above?

 

The warning signs are probably being caused by the starter sucking up too much power and restarting the ECU multiple times, causing errors. Are you getting a constant CEL now with the vehicle running?


If the car is "on" but not running you will see the steering light as the electric motor doesn't work off the battery.

 

I just started it again...sluggish to start....Don't have a multi-meter here.....Have put the trickle charger on it and see if that helps! Inlaws will take it into Toyota tomorrow. They have a long road trip coming up, so best to get it checked out!! My dad has the same Venza back In Saskatoon!! TY for the help

 

If it's the original battery, maybe it's time for a new one. I'm sure the dealership will do some sort of overpriced diagnosis and want to sell you a gold plated battery too.

 

New Battery!!

Went to Autozone and they tested it--bad battery!! So replaced it and hopefully thats end of the story!! TY all

 

So your battery lasted 5 years. I'll keep that in mind for future. Thanks.

 

I have a 2009 and still have the original in mine. Knock On Wood!

 

Same here. My battery turns 5 in November. No starting issues yet but we'll have to see how it does when the temps drop.

 

I have the same symptom for my 2011 Venza, except that it began immediately after I replaced the rear brake rotors and pads.
The car started fine after finishing the driver side rotor, but won't start after completing the passenger side rotor.

The only possible thing I can think of is if there is a need to bleed the brake lines, but it surprises me that would prevent the engine from starting. I know I should probably double check to make sure, but this is the second thread I've come across that suggests the battery is the problem. It is conceivable, as I may have left the rear gate open for a prolonged period of time and drained the battery somewhat. If left for a period of time before re-attempting a start, the engine does appear to attempt to crank for about 1 second and then the buzzing/clicking starts.

Thanks for any feedback you can offer.

 

same symptoms 2013 awd venza after getting rear brakes and rotors redone..
what was the fix??

 

There is no need to start bleeding brakes if the dam car won't start. You've done something else to run down the battery. Charge the battery and it should start.