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1998 Honda Prelude Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Ignition switch, Four wheel drive.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on August 23, 2010

1998 Honda Prelude Car stalling

Electrical problem
1998 Honda Prelude V8 Four Wheel Drive Automatic 65000 miles

The engine cuts out when I stop at traffic lights. After a couple of attempts it starts again
Avatar Asked by Val Williams

Answer

Replied on August 24, 2010

The problem could be in the ignition switch. Electrical contacts in the ignition switch can wear
prematurely due to high electrical current passing
through the switch. Worn out ignition contacts could
cause the engine to stall without warning.

Tiny Answered by Honda Tech 1818 (expert)
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