Acura Integra stalling

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STYLEZD23
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my car(1990 Acura Integra RS) was running fine when the engine just shuts off and rpm gauge fell from 3000 rpm to 0. It happened before and it started fine. I tried starting it this time and it would not start. After not touching it for several hours I tried starting it once again but it wouldn't...I was thinking that I flooded it. Now i don't know what happened when the engine just shuts off. Can somebody help me
Jan 1, 2006 at 6:47 AM

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Diagnostic guidance. Suggested checks and possible repairs are separate from the owner's reported results.

Ask for the ignition-test findings and whether repair restored starting and running. If the fault remains, have the ignition supply and control circuit assessed using the correct service information.

Guidance references and applicability

Source: This question and its visible discussion. The roadmap distinguishes the original owner's reports from other participants' experiences; proposed follow-up is editorial guidance, not a confirmed diagnosis. HELLA: Ignition-coil diagnosis https://www.hella.com/techworld/uk/technical/car-electronics-and-electrics/check-ignition-coil/ General ignition diagnostic background, not specifications for this vehicle.

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Check your distributor, remove the distributor cap to inspect for rust color powder. If present replace the distributor with new.
Jan 1, 2006 at 12:32 PM
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after taking it to the mechanic..he said that there was a problem with the igniter
Jan 2, 2006 at 11:51 AM
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how much would it cost to change the clutch? mine's almost worn out
Jan 3, 2006 at 5:20 PM
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Suggested Repair

Remove the distributor cap and inspect for rust-colored powder. If that powder is present, replace the distributor.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1990 Acura Integra RS reported that the engine suddenly shut off while running and then would not restart. An expert advised checking the distributor cap for rust-colored powder and replacing the distributor if it was found. The owner later said a mechanic identified an igniter problem and asked about the cost of replacing a worn clutch, but that question was not answered.

Discussion summary

Acura Integra stalling

A 1990 Acura Integra stalled abruptly, with the tachometer dropping to zero, and subsequently would not restart. The owner later reported that a mechanic identified a problem with the igniter.

Reported outcome: A mechanic's igniter diagnosis was reported; replacement and a successful restart were not documented.

The later clutch question is unrelated. A distributor inspection suggestion was not a confirmed distributor failure.

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