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onlyhondas
Mar 11, 2007, 04:06 PM
This is my first post so please bear with me. I've owned this car since new, never had this problem before.I turn the key , the cel comes on then off , the fuel pump comes on then off, I hear the click
The engine cranks but it won't start. Any help would be nice . I live in the northeast , the car started last week in -15 degree weather , now that its 40 degrees it won't start.Whats up with that! Thanks

TxGreaseMonkey
Mar 11, 2007, 04:22 PM
1. Check all under-dash and under-hood fuses with a test light or multimeter:

https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-trucks/faq-how-troubleshoot-repair-maintain-honda-civics-46563-3.html#post252145

2. Check for any codes.
3. Focus on igniter and coil--many AutoZone stores have a Well's machine and will test igniters and coils for free. The problem likely resides here. Here's what the igniter looks like and costs:

Zip Code Entry at PartsAmerica.com (http://www.partsamerica.com/productdetail.aspx?MfrCode=GPS&MfrPartNumber=115281&PartType=194&PTSet=A)

Here's how to do the job:

https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-trucks/faq-how-troubleshoot-repair-maintain-honda-civics-46563-4.html#post265896


4. Ensure spark plugs, rotor, and distributor cap are in good shape. This is a good time to replace the rotor, since you will have the distributor open.