92 Accord - Fuel pump or distributor?

[bochnak]

My car died during cruise. I pulled over and it cranked more than usual, but fired right up.

Has newer main fuel relay and fuel filter. Ignition sytem (plugs, cap, rotor) are in good shape.

I wondering if I have a problem with my fuel pump or distributor going bad.
Where is the fuel pump located? Under the rear seat? Also, if the distributor is going bad, would it be problematic intermitently or go for good?

I want to get ready to diagnose this problem next time it happens. I will have tools to check for spark and have access to the fuel pump.

Thanks,
Matt

[n8zdogg]

During what?

[bochnak]

Originally Posted by n8zdogg

During what?

During cruise.

[mpumas]

Fuel pump is in the gas tank. First possible is ignition coil, followed by igniter. Then fuel pump. You need to get in a no start mode, then check for spark. You can check for fuel pump operation with a pressure guage on the fuel line/manifold. I 'll bet on an ignition coil problem.

[bochnak]

The igniter was the culprit. It died on me several times on the way home from work. Luckily, the symptoms occurred in my driveway and was able to test for spark. I found no spark from the coil terminal. Tested coil and it was good.

I guess the igniter tells the coil when to spark. My buddy owns a shop and he had a used OEM igniter that he gave me. Runs great now.

BTW, the distributor looks newer and non-OEM. The shaft was tight with no play.

-Matt

[lude speed]

Originally Posted by bochnak

BTW, the distributor looks newer and non-OEM. The shaft was tight with no play.

Be careful with that. I haven't had any luck with any distributors other than OEM. Glad you got the problem solved though.

[bochnak]

Originally Posted by lude speed

Be careful with that. I haven't had any luck with any distributors other than OEM. Glad you got the problem solved though.

That's what I hear. I'll replace it later. I have motor mounts that need some attention.