Engine Won't start

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ANGIE HAB.
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  • 2003 HONDA ODYSSEY
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  • 11,000 MILES
About once a week for the past 6 weeks the van just won't start. It has connection to the battery, it turns over, all lights come on, but it just won't make the connection to start. After trying 6 or seven time to start it, it eventually starts. It is as if it isn't getting gas, like a pump problem. We don't smell any gas and we are not burning gas any faster than we normally do.
Monday, September 13th, 2010 AT 10:58 AM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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When you turn the key to the on position without cranking the engine over can you hear the fuel pump run in the tank for 5 seconds? This guide can help

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

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Monday, September 13th, 2010 AT 11:35 AM
Tiny
ANGIE HAB.
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How does one check the fuel pressure?
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Monday, September 13th, 2010 AT 1:15 PM
Tiny
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This guide can help, There is a gauge kit with an adapter.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

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Monday, September 13th, 2010 AT 1:17 PM
Tiny
ANGIE HAB.
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Yep I found the fuel pump relay was out cost me $43.00 started right up.
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Monday, September 13th, 2010 AT 1:28 PM
Tiny
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Nice work, we are here to help, please use 2CarPros anytime.
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Monday, September 13th, 2010 AT 2:40 PM
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CECELIA CEE CEE TAYLOR-DONALDSON
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I just had my ignition switch replaced and got a new key with it. I put the key in and turn it and nothing happens, but the dash comes on and radio work too. What can the problem be?
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Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 AT 1:28 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Because the ignition switch was changed the security system probably is cause. You will need to go to a mechanic so he can reprogram it to start and run.
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Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 AT 1:28 PM (Merged)
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DHARSH90
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I have a 2003 honda odyssey, sometimes after putting in the key the car won't start it just keeps on humming, after removing the key and reinserting it and a couple of tries it starts. Sometimes it just starts fine.
What could be the problem?
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Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 AT 1:29 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Could be the starter cut relay hangin up or maybe the solenoid sticking on starter.
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Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 AT 1:29 PM (Merged)
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Thanks,
For your prompt help, I am just worried if there is no problem with the engine?
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Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 AT 1:29 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Doesn't sound like an engine problem more like a relay or solenoid on starter. If the engine starts thenit would kick the starter off and if either of the two previous parts wer doing what I think then it wouldn't hum but wouldn't have an easy time to keep the engine running.
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Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 AT 1:29 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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So getting the starter checked solenoid/relay is the solution here.
Thanks btw for your help
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Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 AT 1:29 PM (Merged)
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Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 AT 1:29 PM (Merged)
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MATDANMOW
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My van would not start up at all, they said it might be the fuel pump and I got it replaced, still not working. I replaced the fuel regulator, still not working I change 6 spark plugs. It will start up but it would die a second after now could the coil be the problem question
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Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 AT 1:29 PM (Merged)
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KHLOW2008
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Only diagnostics test woul tell you what is wrong.

Is the Malfunction Indicator Light showing and have you checked for trouble codes?
Are you able to keep the engine running with slight throttle pressure?
Can it be restarted each time it stalls?
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Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 AT 1:29 PM (Merged)
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REVILO937
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Matdanmow. Did you fix the problem you had with your van I have same problem with my van what was wrong?
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Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 AT 1:29 PM (Merged)
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KHLOW2008
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Non starting can be due to various reasons so you start with the basics like checking to see what is missing and find out if any trouble codes are present.
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