how can i fix the compression in cylinder # 2 from 40 psi to 90 psi on my 1996 lexus ls 400

Asked by fishgrease May 22, 2012 at 12:34 AM about the 1996 Lexus LS 400 RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I went to Firestone and they said its a misfire in cylinder #2 and the compression power is at 40 psi and
should be about 90 psi. Please help me with the best way to fix this problem with out having to spend
thousands of dollars

2 Answers

2,855

u can use thick oil or engine treatments like slick 50 or something , or u can use piston Seal compound but get it done by a proper mechanic

1 people found this helpful.
24,735

If your compression is down to 40 psi you have a serious issue with that cylinder. A heavier oil will help some if the problem is rings. If the problem is valves it wont help at all.

1 people found this helpful.

Your Answer:

Own this car?

Share your experience with others.

1996 Lexus LS

Review another car

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    HenryProctor56
    Reputation
    540
  • #2
    Paul
    Reputation
    530
  • #3
    dandyoun
    Reputation
    480
View All

Know more, shop wisely

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Lexus GS
75 Great Deals out of 933 listings starting at $3,250
Used Lexus ES
420 Great Deals out of 6,652 listings starting at $2,495
Used Mercedes-Benz S-Class
286 Great Deals out of 6,540 listings starting at $3,499
Used Lexus LX
42 Great Deals out of 1,301 listings starting at $7,990
Used BMW 7 Series
189 Great Deals out of 3,933 listings starting at $1,200
Used Mercedes-Benz E-Class
626 Great Deals out of 10,195 listings starting at $2,990
Used Toyota Avalon
139 Great Deals out of 1,979 listings starting at $599
Used Toyota Camry
1,985 Great Deals out of 39,727 listings starting at $1,750
Used BMW 5 Series
541 Great Deals out of 8,724 listings starting at $1,790
Used Chevrolet Corvette
789 Great Deals out of 14,450 listings starting at $3,900

Used Cars for Sale

2023 Lexus LS For Sale
42 listings starting at $65,536
2022 Lexus LS For Sale
31 listings starting at $52,900
2021 Lexus LS For Sale
58 listings starting at $47,944
2020 Lexus LS For Sale
5 Great Deals out of 52 listings starting at $30,994
2019 Lexus LS For Sale
35 listings starting at $38,470

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.