'98 Accord Coupe: Seems like after it sits in the sun, but cold engine, NO START. Cranks like mad, & got spark. Pretty annoying, been going on since last summer, but only on rare occasions. Never skipped a beat all winter. Main Fuel Relay? If so, where is that bad-boy hidden? Thanks, Scotty

 

main relay problem, please search, this topic has been covered MANY TIMES, its NOT main FUEL relay

 

I had this problem in an 89 Prelude I used to own. It didn't happen all the time, usually only when it was hot or sunny out. Turned out it was the Ignition Control Module. My check engine light would turn on when I would try to start it and I would leave the ignition in the ON position (after it wouldn't start), as soon as the CEL went off, the car would start. Hope this helps, but I really don't know much about fixing cars.

 

My brother also has the same problem on his 92 Accord. It'll start if its covered under carport or garage but if its in direct sunlight it won't.. Kinda strange and funny

 

so its the main relay...

 

wedley2 you're on this forum too?

Yeah, its definitely main relay, the solder points are probably weakening. just grab a new one, problem will be solved. Seen it happen so many times in 4th gens.

 

One time my engine wouldn't start but it cranked like crazy and it turned out to be the fuel pump fuse after I diagnosed for about an hour...very weird that it would blow.

That's really weird that it only happens in sunshine. Does anyone know why?

 

fuck yea dude, look how many posts i have :run: