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1990 Honda CRX Starting on Cold Engine

Tiny
EZ ED
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  • 1990 HONDA CRX
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 12,100 MILES
On a cold engine the car cranks strong and starts, but can choke out immediately if I don't press on the gas pedal. No problems with warm engine starts.

What could cause the engine to choke off immediately on a cold engine?
Monday, November 10th, 2008 AT 6:39 PM

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Tiny
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Hi EZ Ed,

You need to check the cold start fast idle valve, throttle body and IAC for clogging.
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Sunday, November 23rd, 2008 AT 9:43 AM
Tiny
EZ ED
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We sprayed the idle valve and it starts great now. Thanks!
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Thursday, June 17th, 2010 AT 12:06 PM
Tiny
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You're welcome and glad to be of help.

Just wondering what took you so long.

Have a nice day.
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Friday, June 18th, 2010 AT 6:05 AM
Tiny
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So sorry I forgot to reply after all this time! I even had trouble refinding this site. However, your diagnosis was perfect!
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Friday, June 18th, 2010 AT 10:00 AM
Tiny
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If you google for car repairs, I believe we should be one of the top listed sites.

Anytime you need any help just drop us a line and we would try our best. :)
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Friday, June 18th, 2010 AT 12:52 PM

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