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2002 TOYOTA 4RUNNER

3.4L V6RWDAUTOMATICgas
3 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor492Torque3652Fluid7DTC718Battery1Maintenance0Recalls3
P1604high severityPowertrain

Startability Malfunction

on 2002 Toyota 4Runner 3.4L V6 · 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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