1991 Honda CRX Won't Start With Key

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I have a 1991 Honda CRx I not sure of the mileage but my problem is that the car will not start by the ignition. I have replace starter and battery. The car will run by push starting and it runs great. Help. Thanks.
Jan 16, 2007 at 6:33 AM
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LOSONE
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If you have a 5 speed it could be the clutch start switch which is located at the top of the clutch foot lever. The wires are big, remove the plug jump the wires and try to start it

MAKE SURE YOU ARE IN NEUTRAL!!.

If that doesn't work-- Replace the ignition switch. They are a high failure rate.

Good luck Losone
Jan 22, 2007 at 9:49 AM
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I had the same problem in my crx and it was the relay that is above the hood opening lever, it was a pricey relay. :wink:
Jan 26, 2007 at 11:10 AM

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With the transmission in neutral, test the clutch start switch by jumping its connector; if the car still will not crank, replace the ignition switch. Also check the starter relay above the hood-release lever.

Conversation Summary

A 1991 Honda CRX will not start from the ignition after the starter and battery were replaced, but it push-starts and runs well. An expert suggested testing the clutch start switch on a manual transmission and replacing the ignition switch if that does not help. Another owner reported the same symptom was caused by the relay above the hood-release lever.

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