So my car won't start it's not getting spark and the fuel pump not kicking on?

1998 ACURA INTEGRA
105,890 MILES • 1.8L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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JACOB BITHELL
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So my car won't start it's not getting spark and the fuel pump not kicking on when key is turned. there's brand spark plugs and wires the dizzy is new fuel pump is new, but the crazy thing is; when i plug in a code reader to the obd2 port the fuel pump works when you turn the key to the on position but still wont start.
Nov 16, 2020 at 4:49 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

Are there any codes set in the system?

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

The distributor is a very common failure. There are sensors inside that fil and affects both the fuel pump and spark. I attached a picture below of the distributor.

Also, remove the distributor cap and make sure the rotor turns when cranking. That will tell me the timing belt is working.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-timing-belt-works

Roy

Nov 16, 2020 at 5:47 AM
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JACOB BITHELL
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The rotor is turning. there no codes no lights on on dash panel. the dizzy is getting pretty warm.
Nov 16, 2020 at 9:11 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Okay, then I would replace the distributor.

I gave you the picture in a previous post. You cannot install it wrong as the gear is keyed to only go in one way.

Roy
Nov 16, 2020 at 9:24 AM
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JACOB BITHELL
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I don't if got the video but the fuel pump only comes on when code reader is plugged in.
Nov 16, 2020 at 9:49 AM
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JACOB BITHELL
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Also I've replaced the dizzy with a new one still the same.
Nov 16, 2020 at 9:50 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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I attached a wiring diagram for you.

Verify power to the black/yellow wire at the distributor with the key on.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Assuming the new distributor is good, you have a second crank sensor behind the timing cover at the crankshaft gear.

Roy

REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the wheel well splash shield.


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2. Loosen the adjusting bolt and mounting bolts, then remove the P/S pump belt.


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3. Loosen the adjusting bolt and idler pulley bracket bolt, then remove the A/C compressor belt.


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4. Loosen the adjusting met and mounting nut, then remove the alternator belt.
5. Remove the cylinder head cover.
6. Remove the crankshaft pulley.
7. Remove the middle cover and the lower cover.

NOTE:
Do not use the middle cover and lower cover for storing removed items.
Clean the middle cover and lower cover before installation.


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8. Disconnect the CKF sensor connector, then remove the CKF sensor.
9. Install the CKF sensor in reverse order of removal.
Nov 16, 2020 at 10:26 AM
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