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Oct 4, 2010 | 09:48 PM

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jumped_it

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Thank you. I'm sure I just missed it the first time around. I'll pull off the kick panel again. I appreciate the help from all of you.

Apr 25, 2012 | 06:34 PM

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cbpr842

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Originally Posted by jumped_it

Hi all,

I have a manual 1990 Accord DX. It just recently started an intermittent issue where the car will turn over but will not start. If the car is having the issue then the check engine light will stay on when the key is turned to the on position. Sometimes it'll go off for a half of a second before it comes right back on. I haven't found anything that triggers it so far. It doesn't seem to matter if the car has been sitting for several hours or several minutes. Turning the key on and off multiple times over the course of a couple minutes has worked. As soon as the check engine light goes off then it'll start up, and run, perfectly. I had replaced the fuel filter the first time it did it. The car actually died at a stop sign on that occurrence (after having the check engine, start up, issue). After replacing the filter, it didn't happen for about 2 weeks ... and then it happened 3 times today. Does anyone have an idea on this?

I appreciate it

I have a '96 Accord EX 4 cly. Auto tranny, I bought it used, very good condition, all paper wok came with it. Just recently it started to have starting issues. Sometimes it starts, and sometimes it won't. When turning the key I hear a click under the hood. I'm by my self, so can't be both places. If I repeat the procedure it may start real good. The parts store thought it might be the starter, but I don't think so. So I need some good advise, where to check. Thanks much "Boots"

Apr 25, 2012 | 08:41 PM

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PAhonda

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You should start a new thread, so this thread doesn't get confusing. If you hear one click from the engine bay and the starter doesn't work, then it is most likely the starter. First, disconnect the battery, then clean all ends of both battery cables using a wire brush or some sandpaper. Ispect the battery cable for damage, corossion, etc... first.