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1998 Honda Accord Coupe 4 cyl Auto Odd Issue... Need ideas.

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Old 03-21-2012, 09:55 PM
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Question 1998 Honda Accord Coupe 4 cyl Auto Odd Issue... Need ideas.

I have been having this odd issue lately that once the car is warmed up and then shut off for a little while then drove a few miles more shut off again it will turn over but not start.
While having the issue it also will not let me change out of Park not even to neutral.
While having the issue all the electronics work as far as radio, lights, dash, windows etc.
The car will usually start again on the first crank like it was nothing but only after shutting it off and waiting 3 - 45 minutes randomly
It also never sputters or tries to shut off while I am driving.


So far..... Since I got the car this has been done...

New Timing Chain / Water Pump
New right rear wheel Bearing
New Coolant hoses
New Radiator Cap
New Battery
New Belts
New Vtec Gasket & Screen (All other Vtec Parts Checked out fine)
Oil Change, Air Filter, Oil Filter (Full Synthetic High Mileage) every 3000 mi.
New Plugs (NGK) and Wires
New Cap & Rotor
New Front HO2 Sensor
New Cat Conv.
New Transmission (Not Used, 100% Rebuilt w/2 yr warranty) ($3250) yikes!
New Starter
New Ignition Switch
New Valve Cover Gasket

Need some ideas on what the issue could be.
Boss is getting very pissed and I don't know what the problem could be.

Thanks in advance for the help.
 
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Old 03-21-2012, 10:30 PM
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Get in the habit of turning the key to the II position, but do not try to start the car. When the check engine light turns on for about two seconds, the fuel pump will also turn on for about two seconds. The fuel pump is a faint buzzing/whirling sound that comes from the back seat, so turn off the radio, blower, etc.. and listen carefully.

Let us know if that sound is missing or present when the car is not starting.

Also, check that the brake lights are working when you push the brake pedal and the car is not starting.
 
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Old 03-22-2012, 12:19 AM
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The wrrrr from the fuel pump happens either way,...
What is the significance if the brake light doesn't turn on?
 
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