1988 Honda Prelude fuel pump will not come on in hot weathe

1988 HONDA PRELUDE
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BIG202
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Electrical problem
1988 Honda Prelude 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual
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won't start when the weather is hot-after 10pm it starts every time.
Jun 28, 2008 at 12:42 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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When this occurs check for spark to plugs and fuel pressur needs to checked.
Jun 28, 2008 at 1:15 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi big202,

I suspect it is the main relay that is faulty. It controls the fuel pump and is known to have problem with the circuit board.

Take it out and resolder the circuit board or replace it.
Jun 28, 2008 at 10:18 PM
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