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car won't start

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  • 06-12-2007 11:16am
    #1
    festesio
    Registered Users Posts: 43 ✭


    Need some help folks. driving a 95 crx del sol that some mornings just does not want to start. only usually happens after a bit of overnight rain. has happened a few times now and is getting very frustrating with work getting busy.

    I've so far changed the battery, the battery leads, and the spark plugs but although she'l start most mornings, every now and again( like this morn) she just won't budge.

    I've been told that the distributor cap keeps getting clogged or the starter motor needs replacing, but would love to hear opinions from yourselves and any advice from past experiences.

    bear in mind i am replacing the car after xmas and will be getting car looked at, but can't be without it for the next few weeks again because of work.

    Cheers in advance


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    #2
    blackbox
    Registered Users Posts: 4,317 ✭✭✭blackbox


    Need more info to give a diagnosis.

    What are symptoms - e.g. does starter motor turn over, any unusual noises, smells etc.


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    #3
    74merc
    Registered Users Posts: 150 ✭✭74merc


    Starting problems after rain usually point to the ignition. I would take a look at the distributor cap first. Take it off and check for cracks, a tell-tale sign would be condensation inside it. Also check the contact points are clean, if not bring them back to shiny metal using some fine sandpaper. The rotor arm should also be clean. Hope this helps.


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