The car will start and run but sometimes after you shut it off it won't start again, but after it sits for a couple of hours it will start back up.
Oct 4, 2022 at 7:21 PM
Intermittent not starting issue?
2018 HONDA CIVIC
ZACHWYLIE18
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Hi,
Based on your description, it sounds like a faulty crankshaft position sensor. When they begin to fail, they are adversely affected by heat. Once it cools off, it will begin working again.
Here is what I need you to do: When it won't start, see if it starts for a couple of seconds using starting fluid. If it does, then we know it's a fuel-related issue. If there is no change, we need to check for an ignition spark to the plugs.
Here is a link that explains how it's done:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-for-ignition-spark
Additionally, here is a link that explains the symptoms related to a failing sensor. Take a look through it and let me know if you feel it mirrors what you experience.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-crankshaft-sensor
Let me know what you find.
Joe
Based on your description, it sounds like a faulty crankshaft position sensor. When they begin to fail, they are adversely affected by heat. Once it cools off, it will begin working again.
Here is what I need you to do: When it won't start, see if it starts for a couple of seconds using starting fluid. If it does, then we know it's a fuel-related issue. If there is no change, we need to check for an ignition spark to the plugs.
Here is a link that explains how it's done:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-for-ignition-spark
Additionally, here is a link that explains the symptoms related to a failing sensor. Take a look through it and let me know if you feel it mirrors what you experience.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-crankshaft-sensor
Let me know what you find.
Joe
Oct 4, 2022 at 8:25 PM
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