hi, i have an 1996 honda accord 4 cyl. non vtec. i recently removed the fuel rail to clean off all of the corosion ang oil. i replace all of the o rings and gaskets on the injectors also. once i reinstalled everything, it will not start. the rail is getting pressure, and all hoses and connections and correct. i was wondering is anybody could help me out.
Thanks,
Patrickz

 

have you checked the battery? if you have, then check the spark plugs, wires. does it turn over?

 

yes, the battery is good, and the spark plug wires and good. the starter cranks the engine, but it wont turn over.

 

yes, the battery is good, and so are the wires. it turns but wont start

 

You need to determine if the problem is lack of spark or fuel. Does the check engine light stay on, and have you checked for any codes?

You should hear the fuel pump turn on while the check engine light is on (~ two seconds) when you turn the key to the II position. It is a faint whirling/buzzing sound that comes from the back seat/trunk area.

 

how do i determine that?
yes, the engine light stays on.
i checked, and i can hear the fuel pump in the back

 

Pull out a spark plug and tape it to the engine for a solid ground. Have someone crank the car to see the spark strength ...... best done at dusk.

 

Follow the instructions in this link to get the error codes: http://www.dhost.info/accordinfo/howto/cel.html

Use a thin paperclip to jump that service connector. Post the code on here.

 

Pull that spark plug right after trying to start it. Then you can check for fuel in the cylinder. Having pressure in the fuel rail doesnt prove the injectors are firing.

 

ill try that and tell u how it goes. thank you so much.