1995 Honda Accord LX I4 Stalls
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09-13-2011 | 09:43 PM
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Good luck.
#23
09-13-2011 | 09:45 PM
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And another update.
I found a ground that was completely rotted out, I replaced the Ground.
This did not fix my stall but it did fix the ECU interface.
I drove around until the car got warm then it stalled again, this time the CEL gave me LSSSSS (code 15).
I got the car started again and it stalled again, I checked the codes again and got 15 again.
I started the car a third time and managed to drive home (2 blocks) the car then stalled about a block away and I was able to coast to a stop at home, which is perfect incase I need to troubleshoot some more (which I doubt).
Code -15 Ignition output signal sure that ends my trouble
I'm pretty sure that ends my troubleshooting phase, now on to the repair (forum search).
I found a ground that was completely rotted out, I replaced the Ground.
This did not fix my stall but it did fix the ECU interface.
I drove around until the car got warm then it stalled again, this time the CEL gave me LSSSSS (code 15).
I got the car started again and it stalled again, I checked the codes again and got 15 again.
I started the car a third time and managed to drive home (2 blocks) the car then stalled about a block away and I was able to coast to a stop at home, which is perfect incase I need to troubleshoot some more (which I doubt).
Code -15 Ignition output signal sure that ends my trouble
I'm pretty sure that ends my troubleshooting phase, now on to the repair (forum search).
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09-14-2011 | 08:58 AM
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One reason to locate the ECU is to check the wiring from ECU out to the distributor. Granted, it's more likely for the connections to be broken/dirty/corroded/loose out in the engine compartment. But still...
If you get a download manual for the car, the wiring diagram for the fuelinjection system will have all the connections to the ECU. It's like the first 5 pages of the wiring diagram, showing the ECU as a large "box" with 75 connections coming out of it. Probably labeled ECM because Honda likes to call it the "engine control MODULE".
I think the ECM is mounted behind a steel plate at the front of the passenger footwell. Peel back the carpeting where it rises up to the firewall.
If you get a download manual for the car, the wiring diagram for the fuelinjection system will have all the connections to the ECU. It's like the first 5 pages of the wiring diagram, showing the ECU as a large "box" with 75 connections coming out of it. Probably labeled ECM because Honda likes to call it the "engine control MODULE".
I think the ECM is mounted behind a steel plate at the front of the passenger footwell. Peel back the carpeting where it rises up to the firewall.
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09-14-2011 | 09:02 AM
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One reason to locate the ECU is to check the wiring from ECU out to the distributor. Granted, it's more likely for the connections to be broken/dirty/corroded/loose out in the engine compartment. But still...
If you get a download manual for the car, the wiring diagram for the fuelinjection system will have all the connections to the ECU. It's like the first 5 pages of the wiring diagram, showing the ECU as a large "box" with 75 connections coming out of it. Probably labeled ECM because Honda likes to call it the "engine control MODULE".
I think the ECM is mounted behind a steel plate at the front of the passenger footwell. Peel back the carpeting where it rises up to the firewall.
If you get a download manual for the car, the wiring diagram for the fuelinjection system will have all the connections to the ECU. It's like the first 5 pages of the wiring diagram, showing the ECU as a large "box" with 75 connections coming out of it. Probably labeled ECM because Honda likes to call it the "engine control MODULE".
I think the ECM is mounted behind a steel plate at the front of the passenger footwell. Peel back the carpeting where it rises up to the firewall.
I would rather not spend $100 if there is a loose wire to the Ignitor in the ECU .
#26
09-14-2011 | 09:36 AM
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Here's one of the strange thing I've heard about....
The wiring harness has 3 big multi-plugs that are plugged into the ECU. Guy had fits until he noticed that one of the wires had pushed partway back out of the plug, so the little pin within the connector wasn't making contact to the ECU.
The wiring harness has 3 big multi-plugs that are plugged into the ECU. Guy had fits until he noticed that one of the wires had pushed partway back out of the plug, so the little pin within the connector wasn't making contact to the ECU.
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09-19-2011 | 07:23 PM
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OK
Here is the outcome.
Replacing the Ignitor (also called ICU by major chain auto parts stores) fixed it.
had to buy a new Distributor Rotor as that screw was a bear, but all told it was ~$80.
The Ignitor was cheap-o brand at Auto Zone $50.
They got me on the Rotor which was $20.
4 days out and NO stalls!
Thanks to this board!!!!
Here is the outcome.
Replacing the Ignitor (also called ICU by major chain auto parts stores) fixed it.
had to buy a new Distributor Rotor as that screw was a bear, but all told it was ~$80.
The Ignitor was cheap-o brand at Auto Zone $50.
They got me on the Rotor which was $20.
4 days out and NO stalls!
Thanks to this board!!!!
#28
09-19-2011 | 08:08 PM
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Well, sorry for the wild goose chase about the plugs on the ECU. I just thought about times when people replace parts only to find out it's a broken wire after all.
At any rate, THANK YOU for posting back with the rest of the story.
At any rate, THANK YOU for posting back with the rest of the story.
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