This isn't definite. The best way is to listen to the fuel pump (usually at the filler nozzle) although the click is essential to diagnose the problem. Observe this picture below. You can see that usual open circuit is fuel lead (blinking.) The fuel circuit consumes the most current and absorbs the most heat. This circuit (from the pump to the battery) is usually the problem, not the relay.


You mean clicks, both are coming from two relays. One for fuel and the other for ECU. The second click after 1.5 seconds is the click you are looking for.



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you posted pictures of locations, but i'm not too electronics-oriented and pictures of locations dont exactly translate to installation instructions to me. but that could be just because i haven't poked around to see what they look like in person, or dont have the relay. if its plug-and-play, shouldn't be bad.

where can we buy relays?

i think i'm gonna go listen for those clicks after i get off work today. although, haven't had starting problems in awhile........

oh, btw, for the people who are having problems, does it happen often/frequently or just randomly/sporadically? i can't seem to associate the problems with any particular set of circumstances. before i thought it was when i tried to start the engine on a hot day, only a minute or two after turning it off, but now i'm not too sure.

 

From my experience, it could happen in either case mentioned (on a hot day with the car sitting in the sun, or trying to start it just after having turned off the car). Next time your car won't start, try listening for the clicks and/or the fuel pump (it helps if you have heard what these sound like when your car is working fine).

 

91 Honda Accord DX
Can Anyone tell me how to remove the fuel pump from my 91 accord?
I have located it behind the back seat. I have removed the silver metal cover, but there are no other screws to remove (see Pics). Does It take a special tool? I am having engine start problems- engine turns but I cant hear FP prime. I have replaced main fuel relay, but still has same problem . I have banged on the area by the fuel pump with a rubber mallet and can sometimes get it to prime and therefore start the car. can someone give me directions on pump removal or any other possibilities of what my problem might be...
Thanks
RT