1999 Honda Accord Engine turns off

Tiny
SIXISUPER
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  • 1999 HONDA ACCORD
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 410,000 MILES
Intermittently after about 5 minutes of driving my car will just turn off while driving or idling. The radio and electric windows work still. I wait like 30 seconds and it starts up. It usually does it on 80 plus days and doesn't do it on cooler days. I am located in Wisconsin. My distributor was changed and the problem still persists. Any other ideas?
Friday, June 11th, 2010 AT 8:22 PM

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Tiny
KHLOW2008
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Hi sixisuper,

Thank you for the donation.

There are 2 items that cn cause such intermittent problems.

1. Ignition switch. A safety recall was issued for this component and the symptoms are as described. When problem occurs, check if the ignition switch is heated up at the base.

2. PGM-FI main relay. This component is known to fail intermittently causing stalling while driving. When engine could not be started, check if the fuel pump is working.
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