1990 Honda Accord Shuts Off While Driving

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KNIGHTMARE2OO5
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Hello everyone, My car just started shutting off by itself while i'm driving. Naturally i try to start the car back up but it doesn't start up, it sounds like it's trying to but it doesn't. After about five minutes of trying to start up, it comes back on like nothing happend at all! I really need help, I would really appretiate your replies! thanks :?: :cry: :?:
Sep 1, 2006 at 7:30 AM
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BRUCE HUNT
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Sounds like the EFI relay. Located under dash but it might be nice to know age of car, etc.
Sep 4, 2006 at 1:18 AM
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KNIGHTMARE2OO5
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oh sorry 1990 Honda Accord
Sep 4, 2006 at 1:56 AM
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Suggested Repair

Inspect the EFI relay located under the dash, as it may be causing the engine to shut off and fail to restart immediately.

Conversation Summary

The owner reported that a Honda shuts off while driving and will not restart for about five minutes, then runs normally. After the owner identified it as a 1990 Honda Accord, the expert suggested checking the EFI relay under the dash.

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