Why won t my car start after an accident?
The most likely reason a car will fail to start after a minor accident is a tripped switch that cuts power to the vehicle’s fuel pump. This prevents it from pumping gas just in case of damage to the car’s fuel pump. If your car doesn’t start after a minor accident, check the vehicle owner’s manual.
What causes the collision switch on a Honda Accord to go off?
However, the collision switch may be triggered by a benign impact such as a fender bender or a speed bump, making it impossible to operate the vehicle until the switch is reset. The collision switch is not a physical switch but a program written into the Accord’s electronic control unit, or ECU.
Are there any problems with the 2004 Honda Accord?
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Where is the fuse on a Honda Accord?
The engine control unit (ECU) fuse is located in the engine bay’s fuse box. The location of the fuse is marked on the cover of the fuse box or in your owner’s manual. Pull out the ECU fuse, and plug it back in. Then start the car, and let it idle for about ten minutes. Fuses cost no more than $5.
What should I do if my Honda Accord is not starting?
Place the probes on the battery terminals, but not on the cable or clamps. If the meter reads below eight volts, you will need need a new battery. It could also read as high as 12 volts, which is still not have enough power to operate the starter, so you will also need a new battery. A loose cable would give you the same result.
However, the collision switch may be triggered by a benign impact such as a fender bender or a speed bump, making it impossible to operate the vehicle until the switch is reset. The collision switch is not a physical switch but a program written into the Accord’s electronic control unit, or ECU.
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Why does my Honda Accord not start up?
When the ignition is turned on, the battery should deliver a minimum of 12 volts to start the engine. Jump-start the battery to test if the vehicle will start. If it does, you most likely are dealing with a weak battery.
When does Honda Accord transmission need to be replaced?
The transmission begins slipping & eventually has to be replaced, typically soon after 90,000 miles & with a repair cost of over $2,000. Transmission failure has been a huge problem for the Accord & several other Honda models all through the early 2000s model years.