Starting issue

Tiny
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  • 2008 ACURA TL
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Vehicle listed above Type S begin to crank over with the key in the run position and won't start.
Friday, February 18th, 2022 AT 3:34 PM

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Tiny
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Hello,

Generally speaking, an engine will need spark, fuel, and compression to start.
This could be due to an inoperative fuel pump, bad ignition system, it can also be due to any number of sensors.

Can you tell me what kind of symptoms you had before this crank but not start issue?

Take a look at this guide, it covers the typical issue with engine not starting:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-not-running-advanced

Go through this and let me know what you find or if you have any questions.
Thank you.
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Friday, February 18th, 2022 AT 8:25 PM
Tiny
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It does crank with no start. The issue is it's cranking over as soon as the key is in the run position and not the start position. Thank you for getting back to me so soon.
Sincerely, Christopher Hershberger
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Saturday, February 19th, 2022 AT 11:47 PM
Tiny
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If the engine starts to crank at the run position, it is likely due to a short within the ignition switch.
So, what happens when the key is at the start position? Does it still just crank with no start?

Have you checked to see if you are getting spark to the plugs?
Also, can you hear the fuel pump kick in?
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Sunday, February 20th, 2022 AT 7:10 PM
Tiny
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Even with the key in the start position it won't start.
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Thursday, February 24th, 2022 AT 10:06 AM
Tiny
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So, if there is no spark or fuel then the engine will just crank and not start.
You will need to check and see if you have spark to the plugs.
No or weak spark can be due to worn plugs or weak ignition coil.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

Also can you hear the fuel pump kick in when the key is turned?
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Thursday, February 24th, 2022 AT 12:23 PM
Tiny
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Yes I can hear the fuel pump kick on.
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Friday, February 25th, 2022 AT 12:58 AM
Tiny
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Let me know what you find out about spark to the plugs.
If the pump is good and has good pressure, then spark could be the culprit.
Also keep in mind that weak fuel pressure can keep the engine from starting.
One thing you can try is to spray starter fluid into the intake. If it starts then you will know this is a fuel issue, like low pressure or faulty regulator.
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Friday, February 25th, 2022 AT 11:33 AM

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