92 LS Starts Then Shuts Off - Honda-Acura.net

iamnobody · 10-21-09, 11:27 PM

I have a 92 LS that has been running fine. The other day I parked it but when I tried to start it the next day it fired up and then sputtered and shut off. I checked the ECU code and am getting a code 20 (ELD). I also notice a strong fuel smell after trying to start it. I swapped out the ECU with a known good one and there was no change. If I push the gas pedal after starting it I can get it to stay running for a bit but the engine acts as though it is misfiring or running very rich. Any help would be appreciated.

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Lynxs1981 · 10-22-09, 09:34 AM

The ELD is built into the fuse box, I've never heard of it going bad before. I would get that checked out first.

**Spec R** · 10-22-09, 04:34 PM

hmm sounds similar to a crankshaft fluctuation sensor going out, but i dont think ur 92 LS even has one of those.

iamnobody · 10-22-09, 09:59 PM

Could it be a timing issue? It tries to start and then backfires and dies.

Edit: Ok I cleared the ECU code 20 but still will not stay started. I cleaned thw IAC and FITV but still no go. I then pulled the spark plugs and the #2 and #4 plugs are wet with gas. I just installed a new coil and ignitor about 2 months ago so I'm pretty sure neither of them are at fault. Dist cap and rotor maybe? Anybody?

joe_kewl81 · 11-01-09, 05:49 PM

Out of curiosity i had to check my chilton's manual for a #20 code. Strangely enough it doesnt show a 20, of course the book also says if it shows a code not on the list, verify it, if you get the same code, replace ecu. Obviously that problem was taken care of. It does say that a 21 is the spool solenoid valve, though i may be no help at all....

10-22-09, 04:34 PM	#3
Spec R Moderator Join Date: May 2002 Location: Hollywood, CA Posts: 11,960	hmm sounds similar to a crankshaft fluctuation sensor going out, but i dont think ur 92 LS even has one of those. __________________ DB Squad Integra Forum Moderator Integra Build/Journal - Updated 11/02/09 http://www.honda-acura.net/forums/in...read-ever.html

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10-22-09, 09:34 AM	#2
Lynxs1981 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: MO Posts: 292	The ELD is built into the fuse box, I've never heard of it going bad before. I would get that checked out first. __________________ My fully tuned 99 GS-R, 250+ HP Short clip of it here

10-22-09, 09:59 PM	#4
iamnobody Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 24	Could it be a timing issue? It tries to start and then backfires and dies. Edit: Ok I cleared the ECU code 20 but still will not stay started. I cleaned thw IAC and FITV but still no go. I then pulled the spark plugs and the #2 and #4 plugs are wet with gas. I just installed a new coil and ignitor about 2 months ago so I'm pretty sure neither of them are at fault. Dist cap and rotor maybe? Anybody? Last edited by iamnobody; 10-23-09 at 11:26 AM.

11-01-09, 05:49 PM	#5
joe_kewl81 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: charlottesville Posts: 25	Out of curiosity i had to check my chilton's manual for a #20 code. Strangely enough it doesnt show a 20, of course the book also says if it shows a code not on the list, verify it, if you get the same code, replace ecu. Obviously that problem was taken care of. It does say that a 21 is the spool solenoid valve, though i may be no help at all....