The car cranks but start. There is a lot of spark

1993 ACURA INTEGRA

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hi i have a 1993 acura integra that wont start. i bought a new distributor, spark plugs, and spark plug wires. the car cranks but start. there is alot of spark. before i bought the car the guy had alot of speaker accessories in the car. what could i do to start my car, or what are the problems thats causing the car not to start

Mar 3, 2009 at 1:26 PM

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Hello,

Check to see if you are getting fuel. If you are only getting spark but no fuel the engine will just crank but not start.

When you turn the key to the on position, can hear the fuel pump kick in?
If the fuel pump is inoperative, it can be due to a bad relay, or a bad fuel pump.
Check the relay, it is located under the dash on the left-hand side. Look for any corrosion or burnt pin(s).
The relay can also be tested:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit

If the relay is good, check for power to the fuel pump harness. If there is power, then the fuel pump in likely bad.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-electric-fuel-pump

I have attached the fuel pump testing procedure as well as replacement diagrams for your reference.

Please let me know of any questions.
Thank you.

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Oct 12, 2021 at 2:14 PM

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