Car won't start. Help!

2007 HONDA CIVIC
64,000 MILES
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BRIANJACOBIWILDER
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Over the past week or two, I noticed that when I'd crank the car, it would almost struggle (at times) to start. Just the other day the car has ceased to start at all. The only two sounds you hear when turning the key is the whir of the fuel pump priming and one click (I assume it's from the starter motor).

Here's what I've already eliminated:

- Not an immobilizer key issue
- Not a battery, battery cable, clamps or fuse issue
- Not a starter motor, solenoid or relay issue
- Not a fuse issue (I checked them all)
- Not a fuel pump issue

I've tried everything short of sending it to the dealership.

Any help would be most appreciated.
Sep 11, 2012 at 8:45 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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This sounds like the throttle bore is dirty which is common this guide can help you fix it.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

Please run down this guide and report back.
Jan 2, 2021 at 9:30 AM
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BRIANJACOBIWILDER
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What's the best at-home way of doing that?
Jan 2, 2021 at 9:30 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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use an old shop towel and carb cleaner I would use safety goggles as well.
Jan 2, 2021 at 9:30 AM
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BRIANJACOBIWILDER
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Thank you. Now, I did the service the engine seems to run okay. I should have tired to put my foot on the gas when cranking.
Jan 2, 2021 at 9:30 AM
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