Weird starting problem
Rotorphile.
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From: Richmond, VA
Originally posted by CRX_stg3
It usually holds at about 500-600 rpms.
It usually holds at about 500-600 rpms.
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From: Vancouver, BC
I would suggest to check the fuel pressure regulator first since it sounds like the fuel pressure isn't adequate. After that, check the electronic air control valve (EACV). I had a similar cold start problem with the RPMs fluctuating. I adjusted just the fuel pressure and changed he EACV and it started right away.
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Got it. There was a problem with the first generation main relay. During hot weather, the coil in the relay that enables the fuel pump looses it. It can not pull the contact closed. This is probably due to the insulation on the relay coil itself melting or getting soft and loosing it's insulation properties. The Honda dealership is the only local place I found one, but they are available from parts stores on the web. $65 and $54 respectively. Problem Solved!:thumbup:
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From: Moncton, N.B. Canada
Originally posted by mmruma
Got it. There was a problem with the first generation main relay. During hot weather, the coil in the relay that enables the fuel pump looses it. It can not pull the contact closed. This is probably due to the insulation on the relay coil itself melting or getting soft and loosing it's insulation properties. The Honda dealership is the only local place I found one, but they are available from parts stores on the web. $65 and $54 respectively. Problem Solved!:thumbup:
Got it. There was a problem with the first generation main relay. During hot weather, the coil in the relay that enables the fuel pump looses it. It can not pull the contact closed. This is probably due to the insulation on the relay coil itself melting or getting soft and loosing it's insulation properties. The Honda dealership is the only local place I found one, but they are available from parts stores on the web. $65 and $54 respectively. Problem Solved!:thumbup:
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Joined: Jun 2003
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From: Miami Beach. FL
OK, I'm back off my 3 week vacation and I got my Hayne's repair manual in the mail and it told me exactly what the problem was. It narrowed it down to 3 things:
(1) Loose or faulty electrical connections at distributor, coils or alternator.
(2) Insufficient fuel reaching the carburetor or fuel injector.
(3) Vacuum leak at the gasket between the intake manifold/plenum and throttle body.
Since I have been home, it hasn't done it so I'm just gonna let the sweat roll off my sack. Thanks fellas.
(1) Loose or faulty electrical connections at distributor, coils or alternator.
(2) Insufficient fuel reaching the carburetor or fuel injector.
(3) Vacuum leak at the gasket between the intake manifold/plenum and throttle body.
Since I have been home, it hasn't done it so I'm just gonna let the sweat roll off my sack. Thanks fellas.