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BarbeeC
Jan 8, 2010, 08:32 AM
My 98 Honda won't start all the time. It worked fine and then 2 months ago sounds like it will start and just won't. Had a tune up, have a new battery, etc. Towed it to garage and it started up fine. Worked for a few weeks and then stopped starting. It has taken as many as 6 tries with a 20 minute break in between each try. Then it will work for a while and stop again. Took it to Honda for 99 point chkup and couldn't diagnose it. I need a reliable car. Help

TxGreaseMonkey
Jan 8, 2010, 08:55 AM
Replacing the Ignition Control Module (ICM) and coil should solve the problem and provide "like new" performance and reliability:

https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-trucks/faq-how-troubleshoot-repair-maintain-hondas-selected-other-vehicles-46563-4.html#post265896

In 45 minutes, or less, your car can be fixed and back on the road. Aftermarket ICMs and coils are fine, which should save you some money.