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La Von Beckstead Posted on Jan 25, 2009
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Honda prelude won't start

While driving my car started to cut out and sounded like a bad spark plug I was barely able to get home. Later I pulled out a spark plug to check them the one I pulled did not have any corrosion on it so I put it back. I then started the car to listen to the motor to see if I could get some idea of the problem. The next day the car won't even turn over and now it won't start at all. Any help would be appreciated.

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    La Von Beckstead Jan 25, 2009

    Yeah it did when I was trying to make it home

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    La Von Beckstead Jan 25, 2009

    Thanks that gives me a starting point.

  • La Von Beckstead
    La Von Beckstead Jan 25, 2009

    Is this the same answer for a 1995. Guess I don't know what year I drive. and I sure will rate you correctly I appreciate your knowledgeable assistance

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Did your Car get Hot any at all?????

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  • Anonymous Jan 25, 2009

    OK, The problemis your Belt Tensioner. If the Belt Tensioner is not keeping the Belt good and tight you will have the Problems stated above. Replace the Tensioner and Posibly the Belt and you should be Fine!

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    No Problem! Make sure that you rate my Response correctly Please. I need the Help! Thanks Man!

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    You bet it will. Thanks for the Rating! No Problem on the Help!!!!

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