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senator2k9(m): 10:53pm On Aug 05, 2022
Hello Auto experts in the house. My Honda 2009 has difficulty in starting especially when the engine is very cold. I was told it was a failing fuel pump.

I changed the fuel pump yesterday n the problem still persist. Its that bad that when u park for just 5 mins, u will have to start it between 3 to 5 times before it will start.

My local kazeem told me it might be the ECT sensor.

I need advice before it will spoil my kick starter.
buygala(m): 7:13am On Aug 06, 2022
senator2k9:
Hello Auto experts in the house. My Honda 2008 has difficulty in starting especially when the engine is very cold. I was told it was a failing fuel pump.

I changed the fuel pump yesterday n the problem still persist. Its that bad that when u park for just 5 mins, u will have to start it between 3 to 5 times before it will start.

My local kazeem told me it might be the ECT sensor.

I need advice before it will spoil my kick starter.

Scan


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Could be anything from cold start sensor to anything in the fuel regulation system, to plugs and their cables.. Don't throw parts..

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Gluck4cars: 11:35am On Aug 06, 2022
senator2k9:
Hello Auto experts in the house. My Honda 2008 has difficulty in starting especially when the engine is very cold. I was told it was a failing fuel pump.

I changed the fuel pump yesterday n the problem still persist. Its that bad that when u park for just 5 mins, u will have to start it between 3 to 5 times before it will start.

My local kazeem told me it might be the ECT sensor.

I need advice before it will spoil my kick starter.
Did you test the fuel Pump you removed to compare it's performance with the one you were buying
Conner44: 10:35pm On Aug 06, 2022
Clean or change your spark plugs

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senator2k9(m): 10:20pm On Aug 07, 2022
Gluck4cars:

Did you test the fuel Pump you removed to compare it's performance with the one you were buying
. Ewoooo... I didnt ooo
senator2k9(m): 10:22pm On Aug 07, 2022
buygala:


Scan


Scan


Scan


Could be anything from cold start sensor to anything in the fuel regulation system, to plugs and their cables.. Don't throw parts..
i scanned today and got this.

P060A Possible Causes
Low battery voltage
Reprogram Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Faulty Powertrain Control Module
Powertrain Control Module harness is open or shorted
Powertrain Control Module circuit poor electrical connection

And this.

P2610 HONDA Code?
Faulty Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Harness is open or shorted
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Circuit poor electrical connection
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) outdated program

And then this.

Possible Causes of the P0011 2008 HONDA ACCORD Code?
Low or Dirty Engine Oil
Valve Timing Control (VTC) open or shorted circuit.
Valve Timing Control (VTC) electrical connector
Faulty Valve Timing Control (VTC)
Damaged ECM
Conner44: 12:03pm On Aug 08, 2022
What kind of engine is in your car?
senator2k9(m): 1:04pm On Aug 08, 2022
Conner44:
What kind of engine is in your car?

Honda accord 2009 model with 2.4ltr engine
Conner44: 1:14pm On Aug 08, 2022
There could be three separate issues or just one.

1. Your vtc solenoid or sensor is bad hence the hard starting issue.

2. Your timing chain or it’s tensioner rod has jumped/ is slack hence your hard starting issue.

3. Your brainbox is faulty and needs to be changed

Apart from your hard starting issue do you have any other issues with t he movement and sound of the engine when it’s started in the morning and when you’re driving about?

When you try to start it, on the occasions where it doesn’t start. Does the engine ‘turn/crank’ or does it just make a ‘click’ noise and does your dashboard light flicker at the moment it clicks?
senator2k9(m): 1:20pm On Aug 08, 2022
Conner44:
There could be three separate issues or just one.

1. Your vtc solenoid or sensor is bad hence the hard starting issue.

2. Your timing chain or it’s tensioner rod has jumped/ is slack hence your hard starting issue.

3. Your brainbox is faulty and needs to be changed

Apart from your hard starting issue do you have any other issues with t he movement and sound of the engine when it’s started in the morning and when you’re driving about?

When you try to start it, on the occasions where it doesn’t start. Does the engine ‘turn/crank’ or does it just make a ‘click’ noise and does your dashboard light flicker at the moment it clicks?

Thanks for the insight sir.

Apart from the hard starting issue, the car moves very well. Power is very ok

Engine cranks normally... Just that it does not start.

Only what i noticed is a ticking sound inside engine when its on. I dnt knw if that's normal. Can i connect with you on WhatsApp?
Sagaciousd1: 9:25pm On Feb 27, 2023
@senator2k9 were you able to fix this. My honda 2008 has the same issue and for the past two weeks, I have not been able to fix it
Angrygoat: 11:34pm On Feb 27, 2023
Your spark plugs are dead.esp gnition coil 1 ad wires ....

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fashrola(m): 3:01am On Feb 28, 2023
senator2k9:
Hello Auto experts in the house. My Honda 2009 has difficulty in starting especially when the engine is very cold. I was told it was a failing fuel pump.

I changed the fuel pump yesterday n the problem still persist. Its that bad that when u park for just 5 mins, u will have to start it between 3 to 5 times before it will start.

My local kazeem told me it might be the ECT sensor.

I need advice before it will spoil my kick starter.

Replaced your spark plugs with original NGK plugs

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dicksonadams(m): 7:18pm On Feb 28, 2023
if in Abuja, try kingreign
senator2k9(m): 11:25pm On Mar 01, 2023
Sagaciousd1:
@senator2k9 were you able to fix this. My honda 2008 has the same issue and for the past two weeks, I have not been able to fix it
yes i did. An electrician that specialises in honda fixed it for me. If you are in Abuja, i can take u there.
senator2k9(m): 11:25pm On Mar 01, 2023
fashrola:


Replaced your spark plugs with original NGK plugs
i think this was part of the things that was changed
Sagaciousd1: 10:41pm On Mar 02, 2023
senator2k9:
yes i did. An electrician that specialises in honda fixed it for me. If you are in Abuja, i can take u there.
Oh....I have spent a lot trying to get this fixed all to no avail. Unfortunately, I stay in Lagos
aAK1(m): 12:02am On Mar 03, 2023
car is obviously abused. do you get the key blinking when you are starting it?

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senator2k9(m): 10:57pm On Mar 03, 2023
Sagaciousd1:

Oh....I have spent a lot trying to get this fixed all to no avail. Unfortunately, I stay in Lagos
omo thats wat i went thru. I scanned, serviced injectors, I changed fuel pump, changed sensors etc still yet it was still doing hard starting. Local mechanic ended up telling me it was ECU (Brainbox) problem.

It was at the point of buying brainbox the seller told me it wasn't brainbox that he will refer me to someone who's good at it. That's how I got it fixed till date. Even inside rain, it starts one kick

WhatsApp me, i can suggest some troubleshoot, cos i saw wat he was doing 08034059397
Sagaciousd1: 8:24pm On Mar 08, 2023
senator2k9:
omo thats wat i went thru. I scanned, serviced injectors, I changed fuel pump, changed sensors etc still yet it was still doing hard starting. Local mechanic ended up telling me it was ECU (Brainbox) problem.

It was at the point of buying brainbox the seller told me it wasn't brainbox that he will refer me to someone who's good at it. That's how I got it fixed till date. Even inside rain, it starts one kick

WhatsApp me, i can suggest some troubleshoot, cos i saw wat he was doing 08034059397

Many thanks and I appreciate your detailed response. After changing all you listed above, I was also told it was the brainbox so I ed a guy who worked on my car few years ago and I traced his number alas, it was just a connection problem caused by the mechanic that worked on it the last time. My car is fine now

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ControlModule(f): 12:44am On Mar 09, 2023
senator2k9:
omo thats wat i went thru. I scanned, serviced injectors, I changed fuel pump, changed sensors etc still yet it was still doing hard starting. Local mechanic ended up telling me it was ECU (Brainbox) problem.

It was at the point of buying brainbox the seller told me it wasn't brainbox that he will refer me to someone who's good at it. That's how I got it fixed till date. Even inside rain, it starts one kick

WhatsApp me, i can suggest some troubleshoot, cos i saw wat he was doing 08034059397
is it possible to share info here so others can also learn?

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senator2k9(m): 7:48pm On Jan 07, 2024
aAK1:
car is obviously abused. do you get the key blinking when you are starting it?

Exactly what my car was doing
stanvesco(m): 4:18am On Jan 08, 2024
[quote author=senator2k9 post=121393506]i think this was part of the things that was changed [/quotpe]

Please can you drop the name of the mechanic that fixed it
Requestmechanic: 12:42pm On Jan 08, 2024
senator2k9:
Hello Auto experts in the house. My Honda 2009 has difficulty in starting especially when the engine is very cold. I was told it was a failing fuel pump.

I changed the fuel pump yesterday n the problem still persist. Its that bad that when u park for just 5 mins, u will have to start it between 3 to 5 times before it will start.

My local kazeem told me it might be the ECT sensor.

I need advice before it will spoil my kick starter.


If you're in Lagos roadside assistant by going to www.requestmechanic.com click the red circle "click on Request Now" button to get immediate assistance . Also enter your email to the waitlist bar and click on the the Wait list.

When was the last time you had the following components serviced?
Battery
Spark plugs
Ignition coils
Air filter
Engine oil and filter
Once I have this information, I can provide you with some more specific troubleshooting steps or suggestions for what might be causing the problem.

In the meantime, here are some general things you can try:

Check the battery voltage. A cold battery can have less cranking power, so make sure it's fully charged. You can either test it yourself with a voltmeter or take it to an auto parts store to have it checked.
Try giving the engine a few extra seconds to crank before letting go of the key. This gives the fuel pump more time to pressurize the system.
If you haven't recently changed your spark plugs, consider doing so. Worn or fouled plugs can make it difficult for the engine to start, especially in cold weather.
Make sure you're using the correct type of oil for your car's climate. Thicker oil can be harder for the engine to turn over in cold weather.

Yung12: 11:50pm On Nov 21, 2024
Sagaciousd1:

Oh....I have spent a lot trying to get this fixed all to no avail. Unfortunately, I stay in Lagos
Please were you able to fix your Honda, I am having a similar issue right now.
felix55(m): 6:56am On Nov 22, 2024
Y u people can't scan and paste code? Spending and changing all parts can't fix it. Ur problem is just a simple fix. I understand u r finding it difficult to start during code and hard starting.. is a simple fix ..

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