Put new cap and rotor (old ones trashed rotor was worn so bad it was loose) new fule filter. Put some high octane in it I thought it helped but then it got worse cutting out more and dose not want to start back up let it sit for like 20 min and it will run again. Fule pump? Ing mod.? Crap in tank?
2006-09-10 06:57:46 · 6 answers · asked by twisty862000 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
If time/temp seems to be relevant to the signs, I would rule out fuel, because while fuel could indeed be a time/temp issue (Failing pump), it wouldn't just die; there would be a loss of power, and most likely a bit of sputtering.
If you have no sputter, just sudden engine dying, look toward ignition. Honda's ignition controls are notoriously weak as they age, and it sounds very much like a component is heating up and losing contact/connection in the distributor.
You can attempt to confirm this by checking for spark when it dies.
Secure a spark tester at a parts house (< $10.00) and connect it to a plug wire (it doesn't matter which one) and crank the engine. If there is no spark evident ignition is the issue.
Rather than trying to replace the ignition control, try to locate a REPUTABLE reman unit. NAPA stores have a very good reputation in the industry for good remanufactured components.
If spark is present when it won't run, the next probability is fuel control, which is managed by the car's PCM. This will take some electronic diagnostics, including retrieving codes from the PCM.
If you do go this far, remember that the codes relate to a circuit or system, NOT a particular component!
For more information, and procedures, go here----->
http://autorepair.about.com/library/ts/obd-i/bl-dtcs-03a.htm
Good Luck
2006-09-10 07:51:05 · answer #1 · answered by Ironhand 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check the control module. They are expensive and will probably cost you around $125.00. I believe they are incorporated into the pick-up module in the distributor on that car, you will have to verify that, though. You might also have a bad coil. Some shops have the ability to test them, so you might call around and see who can do that for you. If the coil is good, then you have a bad module. If it is in the distributor, then check and see how much a re-manufactured distributor will cost. If they are a better deal, then it would be easier to replace the whole distributor because it will have a new module already installed.
2006-09-10 07:06:05 · answer #2 · answered by Thomas S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a 92 Honda Accord LX. Mine does the same thing. A mechanic told me that it might have something to do with the injectors flooding the engine.. (?) maybe I misunderstood him. My car doesn't really do it often so I haven't really worried about it.
2006-09-10 16:13:29 · answer #3 · answered by Mexitaliana 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
previously worn out ignition electricals might have damaged the electronic ignition inside the distributor. Some part stores can test for free when they sell you the new part.
2006-09-10 07:03:24 · answer #4 · answered by John Paul 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
did you buy after-market parts? i've worked on Honda's and know for a fact that since at least 1975 till now they dont like after-market ignition parts.spend the extra money and buy factory parts.good luck.
2006-09-10 11:36:03 · answer #5 · answered by casey 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it sounds to me like you pissed someone off... did you check and make sure theres nothing in you gas tank? i have put bbs in someones gas tank befor and it did the same thing that your car is doing
2006-09-10 07:13:07 · answer #6 · answered by DiAbLo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋