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Engine dies at random. Just replaced ignition switch!

Engine dies at random. It will spin but not start for 5 minutes or so. Just replaced the ignition switch. Seems maybe to die when its warmer weather. Best I have read is main relay for next guess. whatever the part is also seems to control the brake switch because it also won't come out of park during the dead spell. Anyone agree or disagree? Also please share exactly which relay and where its located on 98 accord v6 sedan. Any help would be greatly appreciated!!

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I jest had the same problem chang out the 02 that fixed mine

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  • Posted on Jul 05, 2008

SOURCE: 1986 Accord - fuel pump relay problem - HELP!

Just replace a fuel pump myself and had the same problem. I found that the wires going to the pump inside the tank where grounded out. While setting the pump in the tank I got the wires pinched between ths tank and the cover. Hope this helps.

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  • Posted on Sep 17, 2009

SOURCE: 1992 accord replaced the main relay now stumbles and dies

Could be a problem with the ignitor inside the distributor. common problem. beware of aftermarket distributors, like from AZ they are JUNK

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  • Posted on Nov 24, 2009

SOURCE: 95 honda accord dx with 2.2 non vtec won't stay

Hello
You say you checked the ignition switch, you are 100% sure that isn't the problem? this year and indeed most 1990's Honda"s has a problem with the electrical contacts in the ignition starter switch, the symptom is the car will run until the key is released to the run position or the engine just stalls for no reason, the switch is very easy to replace and I bet is your problem, just remove the sterring column covers, they are a **** shell cover the screws are recessed on the bottom of the cover, Honda doesn't sell the switch seperately from the key cylinder buy it is sold in the after market, here is a price and picture of the part.

STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Part # US288 {IGNITION STARTER SWITCH} $31.79 US
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  • Posted on May 12, 2010

SOURCE: 93 honda accord ex died while driving,ran again

Check for fuel, sound's like not getting fuel.

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SOURCE: Weather is starting to get cold... I have a 1992

Heet will not fix a bad fuel filter. See if it is bad and replace it if it is. the fuel filter is on the passenger side engine wall at the rear of the engine compartment. It looks about the size of an oil filter with a steel band around the center that secures it to the firewall.

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