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Old Oct 3, 2021
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87 Civic dies when warmed up. Won't start until significantly cooled down.

87 Civic DX starts right up. Idles high, then after 6-7 minutes running, it dies and won't start for 45 minutes. Just got the car so I haven't had any time to really scrutinize the behaviors. Where do I start checking? Thanks.
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Re: 87 Civic dies when warmed up. Won't start until significantly cooled down.

Fuel, spark, and air
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Re: 87 Civic dies when warmed up. Won't start until significantly cooled down.

Check Coolant level.
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