1990 Honda Accord ignition coil

1990 HONDA ACCORD
13,500 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
Avatar
SUMRPLUMR
  • MEMBER
  • 2 POSTS
My friend tells me whenever she drives her car ( In warm weather ) its dies and wont start untill it cools down from normall operating temp.I drove it for about an hour,and I cant get it to die.When I drove it,it was raining.I was told in order to find whether the igniter,coil , or stattor is bad,it has to not start.With the ign. off,I checked resistance,ans got 8 when I checked a+ and b-. When I checked resistance with secondary terminal , and a+ it shows no resistance,or no continuity at all.But it still starts right up.I downloded the process from Alldata online,and it does not say to turn ign.on for these test.What am I doing wrong ? Can these items be tested if the car is still operatable.Please help.
Mar 23, 2009 at 2:25 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
KHLOW2008
  • Experienced Mechanic
  • 41,814 POSTS
Hi sumrplumr, Here are the testing procedures for ignition coils.


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_IgnitionCoil90Accord01_1.jpg


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_IgnitionCoil90Accord02_1.jpg

The other item you should check is the PGM-FI main relay. remove the relay and check the circuit board for cracked contacts. Resoldering them should do the trick.


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_PGMFIRelay90Accord_3.jpg

Mar 24, 2009 at 5:56 AM
Join 2CarPros for free, one of the most advanced car repair communities on the internet. From first-time drivers to seasoned mechanics, everyone is welcome to reply, share details, and get better answers. You can add a temporary image or video first; uploads are limited to 20 MB.
Ask a Free Question
Repair Safety Notice: This information is for general instructional purposes only. Vehicle repair can be dangerous. Verify all information, follow manufacturer service procedures, use proper tools and safety equipment, and consult a qualified repair shop when needed.