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1996 LEXUS LS 400

4.0L V8RWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor498Torque2465Fluid7DTC654Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
P1765high severityPowertrain

Linear Shift Solenoid Circuit Fault

on 1996 Lexus LS 400 4.0L V8 · RWD

What this code means

The TCM detected a fault in the linear shift solenoid circuit.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • Harsh shifting
  • Flare between gears
  • Delayed shifts
  • Shudder

Common causes

  • Faulty shift solenoid
  • Damaged wiring
  • Contaminated fluid
  • Internal electrical fault

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test solenoid resistance
  2. Check fluid condition
  3. Inspect connector
  4. Monitor pressure

Repair notes

Replace shift solenoid.

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