99 civic lx only starts when cold

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Aug 1, 2017

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99 civic lx only starts when cold

when it does start, it shuts down in about 5 mins. ive replaced main relay,ignition switch and ignition coil. when it doesnt start, i dont appear to be getting spark at the plugs. i dont know what to do next...

Aug 1, 2017

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Re: 99 civic lx only starts when cold

Test the igniter?

Aug 2, 2017

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i have not. not sure how to test this part. i guess i can put a new one in and hope for the best

Aug 2, 2017

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Re: 99 civic lx only starts when cold

My local autozone can usually test parts like that.

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