Will not start after replacing the drained battery?

2014 TOYOTA RAV4
21,372 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JAXNATIVE
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This is my mother’s car, and it is mint and never goes anywhere. The battery draine and I replaced it and now it won’t start. It cranks but it’s like no fuel going to it maybe because it’s in anti-theft mode? There is an icon on the console reflecting a steering wheel with an explanation mark. I have the key fobs and can turn alarm on and off, but it still won’t start.
Jan 31, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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STRAILER
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So the engine is cranking over but not running, correct? Also, can I ask if the security light is flashing when trying to crank over? If so, this will be the problem, here is a video I need you to go over that can help guide us to the problem:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXLJbuAZ4CE&t

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Feb 1, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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