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1996 LEXUS LS 400

4.0L V8RWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor591Torque2365Fluid7DTC654Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
P1604high severityPowertrain

Startability Malfunction

on 1996 Lexus LS 400 4.0L V8 · RWD

What this code means

The engine failed to achieve stable running speed within expected time after cranking.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • Hard starting
  • Extended cranking
  • Stall after start
  • Rough idle

Common causes

  • Fuel delivery issue
  • Ignition problem
  • Air leak
  • Low compression

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check fuel pressure
  2. Test ignition system
  3. Check for vacuum leaks
  4. Test compression

Repair notes

Diagnose and repair root cause.

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