What is intermittent starting?
Intermittent no starts are almost always primary ignition circuit problems, i.e an electronic issue that prevents the coils from being triggered and so you will need at minimum a scan tool that can show you cranking RPM and injector pulse as those two signals tell you that the crank and cam sensors are watching the …
Why does my Honda Civic won’t start?
There are a number of issues that can go wrong with starting system and make your 2008 Honda Civic car won’t start or hard time to start – This article guides you through some of the facts behind the starting system, and the components that may be to blame, and tells you what action you can take to try to remedy each situation.
Are there any problems with my Honda Civic?
Honda Civic owners have reported 27 problems related to car will not start (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Honda Civic based on all problems reported for the Civic.
Why does my Honda Civic make a clicking noise?
The 2008 Honda Civic car makes a clicking noise but won’t start: If you turn the key to the “Start” position, but the engine won’t crank; all you hear is a single click or repeated clicking coming from the engine compartment. Very often this could be caused by a low battery or poor connection between the battery and starter.
How long does it take a Honda Civic to start?
I have a new Honda Civic. Most of the time it starts right up as soon as you turn the key. Occasionally, however, it will crank for about 5-7 seconds before finally starting. I have also noticed that if it doesn’t start up right away and you turn the key off, it will then restart immediately when you turn the key back on.
Why does my Honda Civic not start on the second try?
If it mis-read the code on the first crank, it re-queries the code on the second crank which may very well work on the second try. The key (no pun intended) is to look for the immobilizer light when this happens. That would be the definitive answer on whether or not this is the immobilizer thinking we’ve got an invalid key.
How to self diagnostic a Honda Civic a / C?
The HVAC control unit has a self-diagnostic function for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system. To run the self-diagnostic function, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Press and hold the recirculation control and rear window defogger buttons, and turn the ignition switch ON (II).
I have a new Honda Civic. Most of the time it starts right up as soon as you turn the key. Occasionally, however, it will crank for about 5-7 seconds before finally starting. I have also noticed that if it doesn’t start up right away and you turn the key off, it will then restart immediately when you turn the key back on.
How can I tell if my Honda Civic fuel pump is working?
When you move your key from the off position to the accessory position, then to the ON (II) position, while the dash lights all illuminate to show you they are working, if you listen closely, you can hear the fuel pump pressurizing the fuel lines.