P1604 Startability Malfunction (Honda)
What does P1604 mean on a Honda?
P1604 — Startability Malfunction (Honda). This Honda-enhanced code applies to Civic, Accord, CR-V with extended crank or no-start.
Common causes of P1604
- Engine that cranks long or fails to start
- Weak battery slowing crank
- Failed main relay (a Honda classic no-start)
- Fuel delivery fault
- Immobilizer blocking the start
How to fix P1604
- Tap-test the main relay — solder cracks are a known Honda fault
- Load-test the battery
- Check fuel pressure during crank
- Verify the immobilizer light goes out
- Diagnose the no-start cause; P1604 only records the event