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#1
09-08-2001, 09:07 PM
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Hard start, unsteady idle, choppy acceleration
To be diagnosed... '89 Accord LX-i Sedan 2.0L
When starting, my engine cranks once or twice, then stops. I let go and try again, same thing. It usually starts on the third or fourth try.  It sounds like it's sticking, maybe?When idling, it seems to be missing a beat. Noticeable vibrations from the engine. Perhaps a spark plug isn't firing, or a cylinder isn't getting fuel. My fuel injectors are only about 3 months old. When accelerating up to about 3,000 RPMs, the acceleration is "choppy." Again, seems like it's missing a beat. Seems fine while cruising at freeway speeds.  So, are there any easy explanations that I could check on with only a socket wrench? Where to begin? Let me know if I need to add any more info about the car... [sigh] I can't afford this...
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#2
09-09-2001, 02:31 AM
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pull your plugs and check them, aslo pull your distributor cap, and check for vacum leaks.
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09-10-2001, 06:23 PM
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Most definately sounds like plugs. Or, spark related anyways (so possibly wires too). When was the last time you changed them? They should be done YEARLY. BTW, I was under the impression you drove an S2000?
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09-11-2001, 01:26 AM
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02-26-2004, 09:16 PM
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Re: Hard start, unsteady idle, choppy acceleration
Thinking back two and a half years, it was my distributor cap.
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