Not Starting....need help
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Not Starting....need help
I have been having issues with starting my car lately, I could not start the car in the morning, the car would not crank, I left it for a while after that it had started. After that I got home and decided to change my distributor cap and Rotor but car is not starting now, all the connectiosn are secure but I cannot seem to start. Does the rotor have to be facing a certain way before I start? I could not get the old one off the car cranks like it is going to start but does nto come on, what should I do??? Any Ideas? Could it be the cap??
ALSO it did initially start once I put the new stuff in, high idle, then cut out...
ALSO it did initially start once I put the new stuff in, high idle, then cut out...
#4
The easiest and cheapest way, is to simply ground out your spark plug wires one at a time against either the engine block or frame. Not exactly adviseable though, because if done frequently can damage your ignitor.
#5
You can buy a ignition tester, which is basically a spark plug that attaches to the end of the wire; or a spark indicator which basically slides over the wire and uses electromagnetic induction to pick up the spark.
The easiest and cheapest way, is to simply ground out your spark plug wires one at a time against either the engine block or frame. Not exactly adviseable though, because if done frequently can damage your ignitor.
The easiest and cheapest way, is to simply ground out your spark plug wires one at a time against either the engine block or frame. Not exactly adviseable though, because if done frequently can damage your ignitor.
1. your not getting spark
2. your not getting fuel
3. (or your not getting air) wouldn't worry about that though, i've never even heard of that happening lol
if the plugs seem fine, try pumping the gas a little as you try to start it
is your fuel pump coming on when you try?
#8
indeed. just pull a plug. if they look scorched or damaged they proly need relacing anyways. If the car is trying to start it means one (or more, but i doubt it) of these things.
1. your not getting spark
2. your not getting fuel
3. (or your not getting air) wouldn't worry about that though, i've never even heard of that happening lol
if the plugs seem fine, try pumping the gas a little as you try to start it
is your fuel pump coming on when you try?
1. your not getting spark
2. your not getting fuel
3. (or your not getting air) wouldn't worry about that though, i've never even heard of that happening lol
if the plugs seem fine, try pumping the gas a little as you try to start it
is your fuel pump coming on when you try?
1. Spark
2. Fuel
3. Compression
Air is normally a given; the motor couldn't really turn over if it could not produce a vacuum.
I wouldn't recommend applying throttle; your only going to wash down the cylinder walls. Instead, listen for the fuel pump priming. Turn the key 2 positions forward so all your cluster lights come on, and listen for a hum from the backseats that lasts for about 2-3 seconds.
Disconnected... in what manner?
#12
Update**
I heard the fuel Pump so I know it is not that (thanks Goodness) I put the old Dist Cap back on (thought maybe it could be a faulty part) and the rotor is facing Up, now I dont even have any battery left (from trying to start it too much I guess... So I will try a boost tomrrow and update you. Thanks for hte input guys anymore would be appriciated aswell.
I heard the fuel Pump so I know it is not that (thanks Goodness) I put the old Dist Cap back on (thought maybe it could be a faulty part) and the rotor is facing Up, now I dont even have any battery left (from trying to start it too much I guess... So I will try a boost tomrrow and update you. Thanks for hte input guys anymore would be appriciated aswell.
#13
*update Again* Back to square one, I replaced the new Dist CAp with the old one, the battery is back up now, all it does is cranck again, maybe when installing the dist cap/rotor I missed something Vital??? Any ideas what it could be??? If the Wire that leads into the distributor was disconnected and then reconnected would there need to be any timing ect done? If anyone lives in Brampton and can help me after 5pm tomorrow it would be greatly appriciated. I will pay for any gas and treat ya to Tims, also I will add an old RX spoiler that I have and don't use (needs paint) if you can fix this for me thanks. Call me at 647 291 3417 and leave a call back number.
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Last edited by nwarrior; 07-10-2009 at 08:02 AM.
#14
*update Again* Back to square one, I replaced the new Dist CAp with the old one, the battery is back up now, all it does is cranck again, maybe when installing the dist cap/rotor I missed something Vital??? Any ideas what it could be??? If the Wire that leads into the distributor was disconnected and then reconnected would there need to be any timing ect done? If anyone lives in Brampton and can help me after 5pm tomorrow it would be greatly appriciated. I will pay for any gas and treat ya to Tims, also I will add an old RX spoiler that I have and don't use (needs paint) if you can fix this for me thanks. Call me at 647 291 3417 and leave a call back number.
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You said your car initially started, ran fine, then shut off? Did it make any sounds or do anything irratic just prior to shutting off?
Have you actually tried to see if your getting spark into the cylinders, with the methods i laid out previously?
I'm inclined to think your ignitor/primary coil are fried. Try finding someone with the same motor (vtec/nonvtec) and borrow thier distributor. Bolt it on, and see if she fires up.
I'll be in Brampton tonight for the weekend; i'd be more then happy to stop by and help you diagnose the issue.
#15
That would be great if you could come by and have a look, if you have a multimeter would you be able to bing one, if not I can buy one on the way home from work. give me a call when you can or PM me and I will give you directions, I am at kennedy/Bovaird thanks again!
#16
I'm hoping you don't intend on using it in the ignition system.
edit: I assume you don't have a spare distributor; i can bring a multimeter, i just need to make sure the battery still has some juice.
#17
Only spare parts I have right now are Dist Cap and Rotor, I wanted to use the multimetre to do the ignition test, article from Team Integra to see if my dist and ICU are ok. What time would you be able to come, im trying to get off work early.
#18
I can't carry much tools; i ride a Ninja.
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