Shut off while driving, will not start?

2004 HONDA ACCORD
201,521 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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Cut off going down the road... it cranked back up then wouldn't go in drive... would not crank again. I had it towed home. it will act like it going to start but will not... please help... thank you
Dec 10, 2024 at 7:24 PM
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It sounds like the timing chain has jumped a tooth and it needs to be replaced. can I ask how it sounds when it is cranking over? does it sound fast? Please go over this video to help us:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXLJbuAZ4CE&t

If you upload a short video on the engine cranking over, I can hear if the timing chain is off. Also, lets run the codes to see which ones are present, this will help guide us to the problem:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Please go over these guides and get back to us.
Dec 11, 2024 at 11:47 AM
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