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JRHondaRocks
Mar 29, 2009, 03:59 PM
Car info:
1997 Honda Accord LX
FWD 2.2L l4
In PA

Having a problem starting my car up. It does turn on but not over. My dash lights work when I start it. Spark plugs have been replaced, battery, ignition switch and map sensor as well. I noticed it turns on when I accelerate which I shouldn't because its automatic.

I did take it to a place they sell parts in my area and got a print out that it was:

Random Cylinder Misfire Detected


Then it says the possible causes are:

Blocked EGR passage
Valve clearance out of range


I'm going to take it to a shop sometime next week but does anyone have any ideas?

Thanks in advance!

TxGreaseMonkey
Mar 29, 2009, 04:59 PM
If it "cranks but doesn't start":

. Replace the Ignition Control Module (ICM) and coil:

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

. Replace the spark plugs (NGK only) with the exact ones that came in the car.

JRHondaRocks
Mar 30, 2009, 06:14 AM
I'm going to try that today and see what happens.

Thank you.