I don't think my car is receiving any spark, checked coil, was not the problem. I am hearing a clicking noise coming from the fuse box area down by the break pedal(I dont think it has done this before).

Any ideas or solutions for this problem???

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If you are saying that your engine is not cranking when you turn the ignition key, then the problem is likely a low or dead battery. Remove the battery from the car and take it to an auto parts store for testing and possibly charging. Call around as some parts stores will charge the battery for free. Clean the electrodes of the charged battery and the + and - connectors under the hood to ensure good electrical contact.

 

Have you tried to push start the car?

 

the car is turning over fine. I just dont think its getting any spark.

 

How did you show that you have no spark?

If you indeed have no spark, then you may have a bad coil or igniter unit in the distributor.

 

I originally thought my car wasnt getting spark. But i tested it again, and it is. So i checked to see if the plugs were wet after i turned the car over for a while. BONE DRY NO GAS. I am getting fuel through the fuel rail. ( i took the one hose off of the rail and gas squirted out of it when i turned the key forward).

So my question is,

"what would cause my car not to get gas in the cumbustion chamber if there is fuel going through the fuel rail?"

Any help would be great!

thanks,

matt

 

I think you should check your main relay (could be clicking under your dash) and the fuel pump. The problem is probably the main relay because it controls both the fuel pump and fuel injectors. You might also need to replace the fuel filter. See pictures.

 

Spend 50 bucks and replace main relay. Is computer blinking codes? if so count them and repost how many blinks.

 

When i turn the key on the engine light turns on but then turns off. I ll have to check if it blinks at all tomorro.

Do i get a relay at a auto store or the dealership?

thanks,

matt

 

This has just happened with my 1995 Civic!!! Its the ignition coil in the dizzy - its v common and cheap to change.

Its the ignition coil! mine has been replaced and the wiring changed and works fine. Couple of hours in the garage and all done.

I have a spare complete dizzy to if you want - i bought a second hand one but didn't need it. ost me £100, but am willing to let it go for £60.

Brand new coil will cost around £100, and a new dizzy unit is around £300

Katie